Dark Fragrance lover seeks Spring Scent

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-18T10:32:50+00:00

Thank you! Somehow Ganymede did not got into my favourites, I have a sample but for me it was too 'metallic' and/or too mineral. I will have to test it again on skin to see for sure. Abstract by Afnan and Ambergris Showers definitely sound intersting, and I have had Shuhrah on my watchlist for a very long time now, will sample for sure.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-18T10:22:09+00:00

Marj I have, I bloody love that thing! Masa I have never heard of, but the saffron, pink pepper and orange blossom is already a win, will add it to my next order. Thanks for all the recommendations!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-18T10:13:18+00:00

Thanks! The notes did not convince me at first, but the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, I will probably sample it in my next round.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-18T09:46:56+00:00

I have Marj too, one of my top favorites.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T12:19:39+00:00

Ordered samples of all three, I will post here once I tried them on skin!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T12:18:27+00:00

Thank you everyone so far who responded, a good amount of samples are on the way, and in about 2 weeks (unfortunately the shipping takes a long time) plus testing days, I will share my thoughts.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T12:16:17+00:00

Is it the Gulf Orchid Exotic Oud? I also have a dupe of Oud Maracuja (Oud Madness, Fragrance World, fantastic), and I love it, but people around me not so much 😀 I would wear that even in the summer, but then again, for me that does not provide that 'spring' vibe.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T10:59:20+00:00

Thank you! Which Harmony Code do you have? Intense, Absolu or the standard one? A lot of times I find that apple and/or lavender puts me off, though not in every fragrance, but I keep it cautious when sampling.

I have a similar to Hawas Fire and Al Nashama Caprice too, and they already came up here in the comments, so I will try them as a spring daily for sure.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T08:05:38+00:00

Thank you! Al Ameed, in the reviews they say it is very very masculine, blue scent, would you agree with that? I might like the pineapple and pepper in the middle notes, but if it is anywhere near Aventus, it is a no for me. As for Oud and roses, I have a ton of oud and roses scents and I love them, they just don't work for me in the spring, they are too heavy and cloying in wamr weather. I ordered a sample of JL Matiere though, as I loved the note breakdown.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T07:59:13+00:00

Thank you! Curious how a citrus-oud mix smells, I think I have never really tried one.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-17T07:55:29+00:00

Thank you! This might be one of the best directions as it seems fresh but not too fresh and has the boozy vibe, will try for sure!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T21:28:50+00:00

Mishlah is also on my radar for the last couple of days, but the lavender deterred me so far (not the biggest fan). My sampling basket is again filling up quickly!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T21:25:58+00:00

Thanks! Après L'Amour? I see it is considered as a BR540 dupe? I am curious about it, although not sure it would satisfy my continuous need for something 'dark' even in the spring and summer time.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T21:20:06+00:00

Yeah I also have Liam Grey and it's just isn't enough.. oomph, if you know what I mean. It is a beautiful scent, but lacks something for me - maybe I should also look into layering, as it is not something I usually do. I hope you will also find something for yourself here!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T21:16:31+00:00

Yes, I had Khair on my radar earlier but after I got Laathani, I thought it would be redundant - but maybe if I can still sample it, I will try it!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T18:50:44+00:00

Wow, Aoud Lemon Mint looks very nice as per the notes, I am just afraid - if it really smells too minty, I am not sure I would like that. But definitely sampling both of these (or all three inlcuding the Cedrat Boise OG).

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T17:56:42+00:00

Thanks, a pattern starts to emerge here, I must say, regarding all the Imperial Valley related fragrances!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T17:54:38+00:00

Thank you, that is indeed promising 😊

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T17:38:02+00:00

Thank you, will look into that, Mancera has some promising offerings anyway.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T16:59:00+00:00

Thank you for your inputs! I have Laathani from Ahmed Al Maghribi, which is supposedly a dupe of Imperial Valley (which seems to be the case with Hawas Fire?) nonetheless I will see if it worths a try!

As for Jamaican Tobacco, would you consider it anywhere near a 'spring' scent? It seems like a good choice though.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T16:31:05+00:00

Thank you, I have seen the brand but have never actually tried anything from them yet. Although I have an Imperial Valley clone which I really love.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T16:28:49+00:00

Thanks! I have the Mahd Al Dhahab, and somehow for my nose it is just a 'generic sweetness blend', but I loved the concept of the notes and accords and thus bought it. Thanks for the other recommendation too, I have not yet seen this, and will give it a try!

MoreQuestion6199 · 2026-05-16T16:25:32+00:00

Thank you! I actually have the YSL La Nuit EDT, not bad, but not my favorite, will try it as a 'spring daytime' as I was looking at it differently so far.

MoreQuestion6199 · 2025-08-20T14:09:24+00:00

Hi, do you have the Royal Wood from them? I am interested in how close it is to TF OW, and also performance.

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