Maison Asrar Gold Noir vs Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Gissah Imperial Valley.
At a glance
Maison Asrar Gold Noir costs £29 and Rayhaan Imperial Valley costs £26, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley is £3 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (6%). Maison Asrar Gold Noir is EDP and listed as unisex, while Rayhaan Imperial Valley is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Gissah Imperial Valley.
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Maison Asrar Gold Noir is a smoky woody fragrance that a retailer compares with Gissah Imperial Valley, opening with grapefruit before a smoke, rose and cashmere wood heart settles into sweet notes, amber, moss, vetiver and musk.
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Rayhaan Imperial Valley is an affordable interpretation of Gissah Imperial Valley. The direct relationship is Gissah Imperial Valley rather than Creed Aventus. Any overlap with modern fruity-woody masculine fragrances is secondary.
Comparison
| Maison Asrar Gold Noir | Rayhaan Imperial Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.0/10 · 1 review | 8.2/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Projection | 6.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 6.8/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Value for money | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £29 | £26 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Gissah Imperial Valley | Gissah Imperial Valley |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
1 shared note.
How the notes differ
Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Grapefruit, Smoke, Rose, Cashmere Wood, Sweet Notes, Amber, Moss and Vetiver that Rayhaan Imperial Valley does not.
Rayhaan Imperial Valley lists Pineapple, Bergamot, Blackcurrant, Birch, Jasmine, Patchouli, Oakmoss and Ambergris that Maison Asrar Gold Noir does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Both share Sweet, Woody, Smoky and Earthy. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Amber, Floral, Citrus, Mossy and Rose. Rayhaan Imperial Valley also lists Musky, Fruity, Patchouli and Oakmoss.
Vibes
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Both share Sophisticated and Warm. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Sweet, Dark and Mysterious. Rayhaan Imperial Valley also lists Clean, Bold, Powerful, Modern, Classic and Masculine.
Occasions
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Both share Signature and Winter. Maison Asrar Gold Noir also lists Evening, Autumn, Date night and Cooler weather. Rayhaan Imperial Valley also lists Office, Formal, Dinner, Daily and Tropical.
Performance
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Moderate projection and Moderate longevity. Rayhaan Imperial Valley lists Long lasting, Versatile, Sillage, Beast mode, Beast, Powerful and Powerhouse.
Style lane
Maison Asrar Gold Noir
Rayhaan Imperial Valley
Maison Asrar Gold Noir lists Smoky woody. Rayhaan Imperial Valley lists Fruity woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Rayhaan Imperial Valley (8.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Rayhaan Imperial Valley (8.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Rayhaan Imperial Valley (8.0/10)
- Value for money: Wins Rayhaan Imperial Valley (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Rayhaan Imperial Valley (£26)
Rayhaan Imperial Valley leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Asrar Gold Noir has 1 community review and Rayhaan Imperial Valley has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Maison Asrar Gold Noir or Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Maison Asrar Gold Noir costs £29 and Rayhaan Imperial Valley costs £26, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley is £3 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Maison Asrar Gold Noir or Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Gold Noir 7.0 out of 10 for longevity and Rayhaan Imperial Valley 8.5 out of 10, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley rates higher.
Which projects more, Maison Asrar Gold Noir or Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Gold Noir 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Rayhaan Imperial Valley 8.0 out of 10, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley rates higher.
Which is closer to Gissah Imperial Valley, Maison Asrar Gold Noir or Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Gold Noir 6.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rayhaan Imperial Valley 8.0 out of 10, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley rates higher.
Which is better value, Maison Asrar Gold Noir or Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Gold Noir 7.5 out of 10 for value for money and Rayhaan Imperial Valley 8.5 out of 10, so Rayhaan Imperial Valley rates higher.
What notes do Maison Asrar Gold Noir and Rayhaan Imperial Valley share?
They share 1 note: Musk.
Which occasions suit Maison Asrar Gold Noir and Rayhaan Imperial Valley?
Maison Asrar Gold Noir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night and Cooler weather. Rayhaan Imperial Valley is tagged for Signature, Office, Formal, Dinner, Winter, Daily and Tropical.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.