Middle Eastern here, its kind of interesting for me what people outside the Middle East think about Arab scents and trends in perfumes but to be honest, I'm born and raised in UAE and I've never used any of these perfumes as they aren't very on trend in UAE. Altho I see a prominence in western TH-camrs using Lattafa and Alrehab, in UAE it is considered pretty cheap and sold in the supermarkets for easy accessibility, most Arabs don't enjoy it because we have higher quality brands that are also affordable. Swiss Arabian on the other hand is a good brand however the scent that is most prominent for us in that brand is the oils but even then it's not something that's very popular here in the middle east. In Arab countries, we really care about the quality of the product, their longevity, and their sources of the material which is why we would rather buy from individual sellers who make their own perfumes and would guarantee their quality. In regards to actually trending brands here I'd recommend Dar Al Teeb, Ayaam, Atyab Al Marshoud, Ibrahim Al Qurashi and Gissah, every middle eastern will have at least ONE of these brand's perfumes.
Thank you for the enlightening comment. I never considered that perspective. It's akin to US Target perfumes or when I go to Whole foods where we have Pacifica fragrance. Again, great comment. Regardless, I love the middle eastern fragrances cheap or not. Have a great day.
Hi, Since you live in the UAE, and I visit Dubai and Sharjah Often, I want to know if you know any authentic retailers online on in person who sell these brands. I tried looking up on Google, but didn't find anything useful. My family there is not a fan of perfume so they don't know much either. Your recommendation will be really helpful. Thanks.
@@qandeelrajput2191 For all these brands I’d actually buy them from a site called boutiqaat, it’s probably the most popular site in the Middle East and has a lot of trendy brands. For the physical stores the ones I know in Dubai are:- Dar Alteeb - Dubai City Walk 2 Atyab Al Marshoud - Dubai JBR Beach Ibrahim Al Qurashi - Dubai City Walk
@@kathleenmcdonald4888 Yes, I actually bought one of the perfumes mentioned in your video the other day while I was out and honestly I see why people like these perfumes, they are very accessible and generally smell really good with a great price.
You're very good at describing what fragrances actually smell like. I purchased a fragrance because of your detailed description of it and you were spot on. So, thank you!
I agree. I never really bought into the whole " influencer" thing untili watched Olivia. She is so good at describing the fragrances, I have ordered a couple of her recommendations 😂
Junoon Noir from Al Haramain. Similar to Dama Bianca. I love it! Also, a beautiful clean but not soapy musk with some yellow florals and beeswax is Royal Musk by Al Haramain. These are my 2 faves hands down!!
I have Nebras and Yara. I enjoy them both. They last and project very well. I also have the Modest Deux, which is suppose to be a dupe of La Nuit Trésor. Really enjoy tha one as well. Thank you for the other possible suggestions.
Your description of yara is spot on it is not as everyone else describing it as milkshake Gourmand it is definitely creamy .you know what you are talking about, sis❤🎉
Yes! Very powdery, soft, creamy, slightly sweet and fruity (I get strawberry and raspberry). When I want to smell, like my skin but better with a little “delicate and feminine” this is my new go-to!
Pleeeeease do more affordable Arab oil reviews!!! I love you, I’ve been obsessing over your IG and YT for the last few days, I can’t stop watching lol!!!!
Inara by Swiss Arabian is super underrated. Powdery, floral, and a little bit of sandalwood. Put it in your hair when it's wet and it'll last for 24 hours.
@@naomih2498 i aint the one you asked but i have tried both Inara and Inara Oud. Each costs the equivalent of around 40 dollars. Inara is very sweet and fruity. Undoubtably for spring and summer. I can notice a scent of manderine, bergamot and peach in head, followed by the floral ones composed of jasmin & rose notably, and all of the woodiness (santal ?) is in the background. I swear i can smell musk in it. The woody part is very subtle, you'll mostly smell the fruits and musk (musk is a great component in perfumes in my opinion. If you like the scent of it you would love a fruity-floral mix with it). Not my favourite of the brand but defo worth it if u like those types of scents. Inara Oud is for colder weathers. It has been out of stock for a while now. It is a great alternative for Shaghaf Oud if u wanna save up some money. It is a beautiful mix of oud, fruits and vanilla. It defo has some safran in it, litchi, and rose. It is basically the same as Inara but instead of plain woodyness in the background, you'll find oud, teck wood and vanilla. While being very sweet is also has some subtle spicyness to it. I would'nt say it's a cheaper Shaghaf tho (Shaghaf Oud is more powerful and bold), but if ur looking for a sweet fruity oud, it'll be the one for ya. Both of them lasts pretty long. Not as much as Shaghaf Oud or Casablanca, but you wont need to reapply much. When i've tried it it lasted for 7 hours on my arm. It was pretty much faded at the end of the day but still cool. Personally im waiting for Inara Oud to restock again because it has definitely caught my attention.
Casablanca (and most Swiss Arabian perfumes) need to sit on the shelf for a couple of months. I was blown away how incredible Casablanca smelled like when i came back to it!! Gorgeous caramel amber with sweet grape. I dont get the apple pie reference at all as many describes it as. Florence is also a fantastic floral-rose vanilla scent by Swiss Arabian for all rose lovers out there ❤
I can't wait to try it I've been wanting it. I was waiting for the price to drop. But I don't see that happening 😂so I'll just get it. Question can I wear it anytime of the year?
I get the sunglasses. I have migraines. At times light is a trigger. Your perfume reviews are spot on. I have just started my journey with Arabian perfumes. The packaging on some of the perfumes is so upscale. The juice can be a bit tricky. Blind buys are a dice roll. So thank you for your honest opinion.
I love Choco Musk, it's one of the most layerable fragrances in my collection and I wear it a lot. The edp does not wear nearly as long as the oil though - if you want something with longevity, get the oil version. If you want both throw and wear layer them both together. I don't get anything artificial in this, to me it's pure milk chocolate deliciousness :) To me, Yara is strawberry milkshake, but it doesn't smell like that to everyone. I don't get shampoo in it at all, or hairspray and I wouldn't like it if it did, so I'm very fortunate in that regard :) One of my new favorites is Paris Corner Rifaaqat which is a dupe of YSL Babycat, it's like Babycat amplified :). Another new love is Rasasi Qasamat Ebhar.
I found that the Casablanca needed to macerate for a few weeks after opening and spraying the first initial sprays. Just wait for it Olivia and you will see it develops way better as time goes on 😊
I own l'aventure femme, Nebras and Shagaf oud and love them all .I currently own over 209 frag from £5 -£250+ but shagaf will ALWAYS be in my top 10. Great vid 👍🥰
Thank you for your honesty! I've just started to dabble in these. I wanted to add that I have Shaghaf Oud by Swiss Arabian and typically don't enjoy wearing rose, but the jammy quality helps a lot (but, yes, it's a beast and can be...harsh, for lack of a better term). I recently bought Ana Abiyedh Poudree by Lattafa and it reminds me a lot of D&G The One (the original) it lacks the peach, but is powdery in a very similar way that I enjoy and the bottle is beautiful. Projection and longevity are just ok imo, but it's $20ish. Can't wait to try a few that you mentioned.
Lattafa Perfumes Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold is a BabyCat clone that is delicious and addictive. Have all of these, except the oil and the AH Rose-never hear anything about the L’Adventure Rose … good to know👍🏻.
I just got my Casablanca do you really think it changes? I can't wait til the juice becomes that amber color because now it's a very light green. I don't not like it right now but from what I hear is it gets better
Lattafa - Lahdath is another Roses vanille dupe and the BOTTLE IS EVERYTHING!, also Lattafa - Quaed Al Fursan Unlimited is said to possibly be a dupe for YSL - Supreme Bouquet EDP but either way I LOVE it. very coconut creamy. Maybe one of the thickest coconut type lactonic fragrances I've tried to date. There's one other that I don't know if it's an original or not but it's Lattafa - Turab Al Dhuhab. I don't even truly know how to describe it but I LOVE it. A bit of a clean scent but not solely clean....something else there definitely but my nose isn't as keen as yours to pick up on which notes are most prominent. Happy shopping 🙂 LOVE your channel.
Nebras basically smells like chocolate oranges and red berries. In other words it smells like Christmas. Layered with London by Burberry=Christmas and holiday seasons in a bottle.
Juoon noir is amazing it’s said to be a dupe for dama Bianca but I must say the longevity is much better on my clothes it can last for days and it’s just to die for!! Soft feminine and elegant ❤
I have the Dalal roll on oil and it's surprisingly nice. Very sweet but prominent citrus in there as well. Cozy and candied without being fully nauseating imo
@_danila5185 It just smells like a musky coconut to me. On my skin,it's very musk dominant,basically men's deodorant. In the air, it smells creamy,musky,coconutty, and fruity(it that order). Not trusting my own nose,I've asked people around me and have been told that it smells like an expensive soap and a vanillic coconut.
Can you PLEASE do a TH-cam Short of how you apply perfume? What's the best way? I see people like Mona Katan just douse herself in perfume. I was always taught to just use it on my wrists and neck... as a perfume connoisseur, can you please show us how YOU spray yourself?
Omg yes, i just bought 3 (Porto Neroli, Delilah, Lovely Cherie) of them and they all are amazing and unbelievable. Testing a decant of Narcotic Flower, also amazing. I never believed the hype of dupes previously. Now i am a convert! ❤
I always love your videos, you’re just AWESOME !I love your personality, great vid and I’m so loving some Arab fragrances.Have a blessed one sis 💛 Club de Nuit is one of my faves
I'm surprised there isnt any of Ajmal's perfumes here! would love to hear your review on em, Arab, long-lasting, and extremely affordable. Love your videos
Ajayeb Dubai- coffee, butterscotch heaven. Kamrah is spiced apple pie/cider-more spices than Angel’s Share, but same vibe. Infini Rose is a lovely Initio Atomic Rose clone. Armaf Imperiale is a Delina Exclusif copy, and a very beautiful. Montale Blue Amber (I forget they are a middle eastern company) is incredible! It’s the best parts of Shalimar, but amped up. I’ve had people stop me and write down the name of this one. It’s like you’re wrapped in the best hug the entire very long wear. It’s a love! ❤
Love that I found your channel today can’t wait to watch more of your videos I have noticed with all my Erin the perfumes which I just barely started dipping my toes into you do have to spray them about 15-20 times and then let them macerate to see their full potential I started our heating most of them for that gassy robbery acetone smell that they can have but once I sprayed them and let them macerate I have found a ton of gems
I have tried a couple of arabic perfums and for now I like: Yara pink and Yara Tous when I want something softer/everyday don't know what to wear, Khamra and Jhumra (this two smell like pretty much the same on me) Lush Cherry, and my favourite, Sakeena.
I agree with everything you said. My suggestion for you to try: Ajmal Wisal Dhahab in the gold bottle and Hayba. If you like rose vanilla combos I suggest Teef Al Hub from Ard Al Zaafaran.
Appreciate your take on these fragrances. I own Casablanca it goes well with my chemistry, most compliments of all my perfumes. Q: would you know if there’s a fragrance that’s a creamy Amber scent?
Have you tried any from the Al Haramain's Amber Oud line? I've heard great things about the Gold edition and blind-bought the Tobacco edition. Oh my goodness gracious! It is delicious! The Gold is definitely going to be my next buy. There are quite a few editions in the line and would be very interested to hear your thoughts on them.
My favourite for my opinion is MUTAYYEM from My Perfume.The fragrance opens with a delightful burst of coconut blossoms, freesia, and lily of the valley, offering a touch of sweetness and delicate freshness. As the scent unfolds, a sophisticated heart of woody accords intertwines with the intoxicating aroma of jasmine, creating a touch of depth and mystery. The base lingers with a touch of gourmand sweetness and a marine accord, leaving a lasting impression of intrigue and elegance. Ideal for both men and women seeking a distinctive and captivating scent, Mutayyem is a versatile fragrance ideal for everyday wear or special occasions.
Awesome Review honest and you made me think about buying some of these perfumes II was looking into. Afnan Is good as well would love to see you review those.
I so enjoyed this video, perfume has got to be my favorite art. I adore Raghba, Ameer Al Oud, and Raghba Wood Intense. I recently bought CocoMusk & White Musk for work.
So, I've had ajwad for a few months and your review just gave me the courage to pull it out again and give it a shot! It was a blind buy and I got spooked at first sniff 😅
Sehr al Sheila by Swiss Arabian is gorgeous rose oud. I also like their Perla Nera line "Mazyoon" a whole lot. It's a mastic oud that is very incensey to me. It's so unusual and I love it. Shagaf Oud is so cozy. I adore it in colder weather. Zara's Magnificently Dubai is really amazing too and I love it even more since it has gotten warmer . I am definitely going to have to try more Arabic perfumes!
For the choco musk the oil is wayyy better and longer lasting Try hareem Al sultan oil damn this one is so good! Try rasasi marha for an easy reach cold fruity clean hair just out the shower smell my current fav And jasmin whisp.. chefs kiss
I love Choco musk at bedtime. It only lasts 1-2 hours on me but that’s enough when I’m falling asleep. I’ve found it lasts longer on clothes- I don’t get much on them though because I have the roll on
I was so excited to try Billie Eilish at macys and had this idea of it being very rich abd chocolatey and tart like a magnum chocolate raspberry icecream bar (which is my favorite). But OMG, it was such a disappointment. It smelled so synthetic, like the fake chocolate essence that is used in cheap chocolates that are used as "fillers" in Halloween goodie bags. Ugh! I didnt even wait for the berries and just left the strip at the counter. and my husband couldnt stand it either. I was hyped about the Nebras too, but completely changed my mind after testing BE. And thanks for confirming that its almost identical to Billie Eilish. I am not getting Nebras.
Have you ever tried ALT. Fragrances' Senorita? I've never tried Aventus for Her, and I'm curious how L'aventure Femme compares to them. I think I'm sensitive to the coumarin, since all I get from the fragrance is like musty old rose & tobacco. I'd like to find a way to layer it before just throwing it out..
I like the way you talk about individual perfume. Very clear and honest. I always blind buy so reviews like your channel helps a lot. Keep it up. I've subscribed to your channel👍👍👍👍👍
I just found your channel and your descriptions are spot on!!! Can you review Ahmed Saif? I recently got this perfume and it’s beautiful. It was in Sharida’s video. I can’t wait to watch more of your content and try some other perfumes from this video 😊
Excellent reviews! Thank you. One that I was also looking at was Arabiyat Prestige Blueberry. I am new to your channel so if you have already reviewed, apologies. Thanks again for this comprehensive review!
Love so many of these recommendations! Only thing is the Yara perfume I just can’t 😩 the synthetic strawberry was nauseating to me- but also in the same way Burberry Her Intense was so I know that’s not a popular opinion. 💔 Also Lattafa Oppulent Musk is one of my all time favorites and I’d be curious what you think! It’s a very basic but perfect neutral white musk. I layer it with Glossier You (and several others) and LOVE it. I also love Al Haramain’s Amber Oud Gold. It’s a sweet warm ambery earthy oud that feels so sexy and luxurious!
Your detailing and product presentation just got you another subbie Hiiii 🙋🏾♀️😀 loved everything about this post, and NOW I know which direction I wanna go in for purchasing! Thank you so very much 💖
I have the same nose as You! I try Soft and Dalal and didnt enjoy it and wonder why everyone love it😅 I love Lataffa Fakhar Rose❤ is so good for the price and also didnt causes My migraines Lataffa Rouat Al Musk is also one of the Best in my opinion its smells like frash white laundry. Also I didnt try yet but wonder Lataffa Yara Moi.
Just ordered Soft. It may sound like a perfume from the early to mid 90s from Victorias Secret called Caramel Vanille that I adored!!! I am hoping it is!!!
Girl You rock what I love about smelling amazing I look for your guidance always You are a nice , not a not it all scent individual I love that Will always tune in on your advice
Hey Olivia I know this isn’t related to this video but I was hoping you could recommend a perfume that would be dupe for Tokyo milk Bitter sweet perfume, It straight up smelled like pure coco powder and it was a rich scent too. They discontinued it years ago and I haven’t found anything like it since😭, anything that has chocolate scent only has it as a note or I find the scent too light
Guys , with all respect. These perfumes has absolutely nothing to do with famous Arab perfumes ..I think Olivia depended on Amazon with her purchase which is kind of wrong ..Arab perfumes are waaay more expensive than most of the French and designer once..as an Arab, I have not hear of any of these perfumes , you should check big Arab brands such as khayali , ateej , rasasi,ibraheem al quraishy, abdul samad al quraishi , amouaj ect, .
These brands are trending because they are so much better than what is available at the same price point in the "west" but I don't think anyone believes they are the best overall. Thank you for the suggestions!
She did specify affordable. khayali for example, is not affordable. It’s about $100-$130 per bottle so I believe she was focusing mainly on the affordable scents
I love Oud for Glory by Lattafa.....it is supposed to smell like Oud for Greatness by initio but I've never smelled that one cause it's way out of my price range
I love the way the choco mush smells on me. I only paid 8.00 for mine on Amazon. For me it last forever and I can smell it forever. Soft is being delivered to me today. I have the oil and on me it doesn’t smell like Pink Sugar. My skin picks up the fruits more than the sweetness.
For the record, these aren’t really Arabic fragrances, they are copies of western fragrances that are made in the Middle East ( mostly Dubai) by companies owned and founded by Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals, for example Lattafa and its subsidiary brands are founded by a Pakistani national, Ajmal is owned by an Indian Family and Al Haramain is founded and owned by a Bangladeshi family. The real Arabian fragrance companies sell only niche and very expensive fragrances, you won’t find a lot of them on TH-cam because of the price
Hi I’m new in your channel I love the way you describe the fragances , I also have a collection of perfumes and I love Arabian fragances , by the way I like your outfit very pretty 😉
Middle Eastern here, its kind of interesting for me what people outside the Middle East think about Arab scents and trends in perfumes but to be honest, I'm born and raised in UAE and I've never used any of these perfumes as they aren't very on trend in UAE. Altho I see a prominence in western TH-camrs using Lattafa and Alrehab, in UAE it is considered pretty cheap and sold in the supermarkets for easy accessibility, most Arabs don't enjoy it because we have higher quality brands that are also affordable. Swiss Arabian on the other hand is a good brand however the scent that is most prominent for us in that brand is the oils but even then it's not something that's very popular here in the middle east. In Arab countries, we really care about the quality of the product, their longevity, and their sources of the material which is why we would rather buy from individual sellers who make their own perfumes and would guarantee their quality. In regards to actually trending brands here I'd recommend Dar Al Teeb, Ayaam, Atyab Al Marshoud, Ibrahim Al Qurashi and Gissah, every middle eastern will have at least ONE of these brand's perfumes.
Thank you for the enlightening comment. I never considered that perspective. It's akin to US Target perfumes or when I go to Whole foods where we have Pacifica fragrance. Again, great comment. Regardless, I love the middle eastern fragrances cheap or not. Have a great day.
Hi, Since you live in the UAE, and I visit Dubai and Sharjah Often, I want to know if you know any authentic retailers online on in person who sell these brands. I tried looking up on Google, but didn't find anything useful. My family there is not a fan of perfume so they don't know much either. Your recommendation will be really helpful. Thanks.
@@qandeelrajput2191 For all these brands I’d actually buy them from a site called boutiqaat, it’s probably the most popular site in the Middle East and has a lot of trendy brands. For the physical stores the ones I know in Dubai are:-
Dar Alteeb - Dubai City Walk 2
Atyab Al Marshoud - Dubai JBR Beach
Ibrahim Al Qurashi - Dubai City Walk
@@kathleenmcdonald4888 Yes, I actually bought one of the perfumes mentioned in your video the other day while I was out and honestly I see why people like these perfumes, they are very accessible and generally smell really good with a great price.
I think the middle eastern perfumes are rocking it out compared to other houses. have a great day. @@amnaalhammadi4137
You're very good at describing what fragrances actually smell like. I purchased a fragrance because of your detailed description of it and you were spot on. So, thank you!
I agree. I never really bought into the whole " influencer" thing untili watched Olivia. She is so good at describing the fragrances, I have ordered a couple of her recommendations 😂
❤❤❤❤ I found your channel by TH-cam recommend you. So now you have a crazy, loyal, obsessed Mexican fragrance lover!!!😂
Yes!!! Same here! I think we have the same nose 👃 lol
Junoon Noir from Al Haramain. Similar to Dama Bianca. I love it!
Also, a beautiful clean but not soapy musk with some yellow florals and beeswax is Royal Musk by Al Haramain.
These are my 2 faves hands down!!
I loved Nebras, too me it smells like a caramelized lemon pound cake with cardamon and tones of sugar. so yummy!
I have Nebras and Yara. I enjoy them both. They last and project very well. I also have the Modest Deux, which is suppose to be a dupe of La Nuit Trésor. Really enjoy tha one as well. Thank you for the other possible suggestions.
Love modest deux!
Your description of yara is spot on it is not as everyone else describing it as milkshake Gourmand it is definitely creamy .you know what you are talking about, sis❤🎉
Yes! Very powdery, soft, creamy, slightly sweet and fruity (I get strawberry and raspberry). When I want to smell, like my skin but better with a little “delicate and feminine” this is my new go-to!
Pleeeeease do more affordable Arab oil reviews!!! I love you, I’ve been obsessing over your IG and YT for the last few days, I can’t stop watching lol!!!!
Same 😂
This is the BEST review I've seen for middle eastern fragrances! Thorough, honest, and descriptive
Inara by Swiss Arabian is super underrated. Powdery, floral, and a little bit of sandalwood. Put it in your hair when it's wet and it'll last for 24 hours.
i have it but never used it. trying this today 😩
@ohmilio how is it?
@@naomih2498 i aint the one you asked but i have tried both Inara and Inara Oud. Each costs the equivalent of around 40 dollars. Inara is very sweet and fruity. Undoubtably for spring and summer. I can notice a scent of manderine, bergamot and peach in head, followed by the floral ones composed of jasmin & rose notably, and all of the woodiness (santal ?) is in the background. I swear i can smell musk in it. The woody part is very subtle, you'll mostly smell the fruits and musk (musk is a great component in perfumes in my opinion. If you like the scent of it you would love a fruity-floral mix with it). Not my favourite of the brand but defo worth it if u like those types of scents.
Inara Oud is for colder weathers. It has been out of stock for a while now. It is a great alternative for Shaghaf Oud if u wanna save up some money. It is a beautiful mix of oud, fruits and vanilla. It defo has some safran in it, litchi, and rose. It is basically the same as Inara but instead of plain woodyness in the background, you'll find oud, teck wood and vanilla. While being very sweet is also has some subtle spicyness to it. I would'nt say it's a cheaper Shaghaf tho (Shaghaf Oud is more powerful and bold), but if ur looking for a sweet fruity oud, it'll be the one for ya.
Both of them lasts pretty long. Not as much as Shaghaf Oud or Casablanca, but you wont need to reapply much. When i've tried it it lasted for 7 hours on my arm. It was pretty much faded at the end of the day but still cool. Personally im waiting for Inara Oud to restock again because it has definitely caught my attention.
Casablanca (and most Swiss Arabian perfumes) need to sit on the shelf for a couple of months. I was blown away how incredible Casablanca smelled like when i came back to it!! Gorgeous caramel amber with sweet grape. I dont get the apple pie reference at all as many describes it as.
Florence is also a fantastic floral-rose vanilla scent by Swiss Arabian for all rose lovers out there ❤
Exactly!! That’s what I found too
Orientica Velvet Gold = MFK Gentle Fluidity Gold. Best purchase of this year for me.
Velvet Gold is a beautiful fragrance. The bottle is stunning!
I can't wait to try it I've been wanting it. I was waiting for the price to drop. But I don't see that happening 😂so I'll just get it. Question can I wear it anytime of the year?
@@stephyb4230I think that’s why it’s so good (both Velvet Gold and the original), because it’s so versatile same can be worn all year round
I get the sunglasses. I have migraines. At times light is a trigger. Your perfume reviews are spot on. I have just started my journey with Arabian perfumes. The packaging on some of the perfumes is so upscale. The juice can be a bit tricky. Blind buys are a dice roll. So thank you for your honest opinion.
Lattafa khamrah. So good and anazibg performance
I truly appreciate you saying which fragrances may not be the best for people who may be sensitive to some fragrances
Love your content! Would be grateful if you could add the names of the perfumes in the description 🥰
Instead the spray bottle, you should buy the oil ones for Al Rehab! I think the oil have a better longevity & spl. They're great for layering combos.
agreed on yara! i was expecting strawberry milkshake and was very disappointed to say the least. i get floral laundry softener/body lotion vibes
I love Choco Musk, it's one of the most layerable fragrances in my collection and I wear it a lot. The edp does not wear nearly as long as the oil though - if you want something with longevity, get the oil version. If you want both throw and wear layer them both together. I don't get anything artificial in this, to me it's pure milk chocolate deliciousness :) To me, Yara is strawberry milkshake, but it doesn't smell like that to everyone. I don't get shampoo in it at all, or hairspray and I wouldn't like it if it did, so I'm very fortunate in that regard :) One of my new favorites is Paris Corner Rifaaqat which is a dupe of YSL Babycat, it's like Babycat amplified :). Another new love is Rasasi Qasamat Ebhar.
I found that the Casablanca needed to macerate for a few weeks after opening and spraying the first initial sprays.
Just wait for it Olivia and you will see it develops way better as time goes on 😊
Your descriptive abilities are so so good!
I own l'aventure femme, Nebras and Shagaf oud and love them all .I currently own over 209 frag from £5 -£250+ but shagaf will ALWAYS be in my top 10. Great vid 👍🥰
Wow your really beautiful, I love how eloquent and concise your descriptions are of each perfume
Ministry of oud (Paris corner)-oud satin is a beautiful dupe for MFK oud satin mood. Typically available for under $20. And it lasts forever.
Thank you for your honesty! I've just started to dabble in these. I wanted to add that I have Shaghaf Oud by Swiss Arabian and typically don't enjoy wearing rose, but the jammy quality helps a lot (but, yes, it's a beast and can be...harsh, for lack of a better term). I recently bought Ana Abiyedh Poudree by Lattafa and it reminds me a lot of D&G The One (the original) it lacks the peach, but is powdery in a very similar way that I enjoy and the bottle is beautiful. Projection and longevity are just ok imo, but it's $20ish. Can't wait to try a few that you mentioned.
Gotta let Cassablanca sit for a while gets soooo mich better. And I’ve learned thats is the rule of thumb for majority of the cheapie Arab perfumes.
The Shagaff in the clear bottle that is light blue juice is a very interesting scent, and extremely affordable.
Lattafa Perfumes Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold is a BabyCat clone that is delicious and addictive. Have all of these, except the oil and the AH Rose-never hear anything about the L’Adventure Rose … good to know👍🏻.
CASABLNACA has to stay after it’s been sprayed for a few times to ‘sit ‘ and it’s becoming a real gourmand- keep it for Autumn 🍂 ❤
I just got my Casablanca do you really think it changes? I can't wait til the juice becomes that amber color because now it's a very light green.
I don't not like it right now but from what I hear is it gets better
@@rhiannoncarney yes it will get golden and then darker when it is really amazing !!
Lattafa - Lahdath is another Roses vanille dupe and the BOTTLE IS EVERYTHING!, also Lattafa - Quaed Al Fursan Unlimited is said to possibly be a dupe for YSL - Supreme Bouquet EDP
but either way I LOVE it. very coconut creamy. Maybe one of the thickest coconut type lactonic fragrances I've tried to date. There's one other that I don't know if it's an original or not but it's Lattafa - Turab Al Dhuhab. I don't even truly know how to describe it but I LOVE it. A bit of a clean scent but not solely clean....something else there definitely but my nose isn't as keen as yours to pick up on which notes are most prominent. Happy shopping 🙂 LOVE your channel.
I have the Soft oil. I think it’s ok….smells like black licorice with lemon cream to me. My husband is obsessed with it.
Nebras basically smells like chocolate oranges and red berries. In other words it smells like Christmas. Layered with London by Burberry=Christmas and holiday seasons in a bottle.
Juoon noir is amazing it’s said to be a dupe for dama Bianca but I must say the longevity is much better on my clothes it can last for days and it’s just to die for!! Soft feminine and elegant ❤
I have the Dalal roll on oil and it's surprisingly nice. Very sweet but prominent citrus in there as well. Cozy and candied without being fully nauseating imo
Olivia thank you for this amazing video. You opened my world to middle eastern fragrance. I love them. Please do another video.
i recently ordered latafa mayar and swiss arabian layali roughe, and hareem al sultan by khadlaj. im so excited to get them :)
Which one you liked more?
OMG I get so many compliments for YARA, that's why I wear it honestly haha
What does it smell like in your opinion please?
@_danila5185 It just smells like a musky coconut to me. On my skin,it's very musk dominant,basically men's deodorant. In the air, it smells creamy,musky,coconutty, and fruity(it that order). Not trusting my own nose,I've asked people around me and have been told that it smells like an expensive soap and a vanillic coconut.
Love the way you describe scents!
Can you PLEASE do a TH-cam Short of how you apply perfume? What's the best way? I see people like Mona Katan just douse herself in perfume. I was always taught to just use it on my wrists and neck... as a perfume connoisseur, can you please show us how YOU spray yourself?
Maison Alahambra makes some amazing dupes!
Omg yes, i just bought 3 (Porto Neroli, Delilah, Lovely Cherie) of them and they all are amazing and unbelievable. Testing a decant of Narcotic Flower, also amazing. I never believed the hype of dupes previously. Now i am a convert! ❤
I always love your videos, you’re just AWESOME !I love your personality, great vid and I’m so loving some Arab fragrances.Have a blessed one sis 💛 Club de Nuit is one of my faves
The Arabian opulence oils are so good! I know dupes are frowned upon but they last forever and really cheap!
Thank you
I'm surprised there isnt any of Ajmal's perfumes here! would love to hear your review on em, Arab, long-lasting, and extremely affordable. Love your videos
I loooooove the way you describe fragrances. Your discerptions are spot on.
Casablanca mixes well with sweeter vanillas!❤
Ajayeb Dubai- coffee, butterscotch heaven. Kamrah is spiced apple pie/cider-more spices than Angel’s Share, but same vibe. Infini Rose is a lovely Initio Atomic Rose clone. Armaf Imperiale is a Delina Exclusif copy, and a very beautiful. Montale Blue Amber (I forget they are a middle eastern company) is incredible! It’s the best parts of Shalimar, but amped up. I’ve had people stop me and write down the name of this one. It’s like you’re wrapped in the best hug the entire very long wear. It’s a love! ❤
You are by far the BEST perfume reviewer! Love your dog tattoo ❤❤
I appreciate your descriptions, I get a good idea of what the perfume smells like without the nonsense
Love that I found your channel today can’t wait to watch more of your videos I have noticed with all my Erin the perfumes which I just barely started dipping my toes into you do have to spray them about 15-20 times and then let them macerate to see their full potential I started our heating most of them for that gassy robbery acetone smell that they can have but once I sprayed them and let them macerate I have found a ton of gems
I have tried a couple of arabic perfums and for now I like:
Yara pink and Yara Tous when I want something softer/everyday don't know what to wear, Khamra and Jhumra (this two smell like pretty much the same on me) Lush Cherry, and my favourite, Sakeena.
Im digging the reorganization in the back
Khalis The king is my current favourite. It doesn't project much but it has so many layers that develop over time.
I agree with everything you said. My suggestion for you to try: Ajmal Wisal Dhahab in the gold bottle and Hayba. If you like rose vanilla combos I suggest Teef Al Hub from Ard Al Zaafaran.
I have Tamima by lattafa and I think that smells like peach rings. I want to try Sakeena. Going to order that soon
I recently ordered Khamrah by Lattafa and it is BOMB… you should try it out
How can you describe it?? Planning to get Kamrah and Nebras (if I typed the spelling right) lol
@@8raysun502 Khamrah smells a bit spicy and sweet. Once it’s dried down on me, it smells like a warm apple pie. It’s deep, rich, and delicious 🤤
Appreciate your take on these fragrances. I own Casablanca it goes well with my chemistry, most compliments of all my perfumes. Q: would you know if there’s a fragrance that’s a creamy Amber scent?
Have you tried any from the Al Haramain's Amber Oud line? I've heard great things about the Gold edition and blind-bought the Tobacco edition. Oh my goodness gracious! It is delicious! The Gold is definitely going to be my next buy. There are quite a few editions in the line and would be very interested to hear your thoughts on them.
My favourite for my opinion is MUTAYYEM from My Perfume.The fragrance opens with a delightful burst of coconut blossoms, freesia, and lily of the valley, offering a touch of sweetness and delicate freshness. As the scent unfolds, a sophisticated heart of woody accords intertwines with the intoxicating aroma of jasmine, creating a touch of depth and mystery. The base lingers with a touch of gourmand sweetness and a marine accord, leaving a lasting impression of intrigue and elegance. Ideal for both men and women seeking a distinctive and captivating scent, Mutayyem is a versatile fragrance ideal for everyday wear or special occasions.
Can't stand l'interdit and its flankers🥺 What you said about the white flowers... sooo true!
Awesome Review honest and you made me think about buying some of these perfumes II was looking into. Afnan Is good as well would love to see you review those.
Love Apple roll on oil from Al Rehab😊
I so enjoyed this video, perfume has got to be my favorite art.
I adore Raghba, Ameer Al Oud, and Raghba Wood Intense. I recently bought CocoMusk & White Musk for work.
So, I've had ajwad for a few months and your review just gave me the courage to pull it out again and give it a shot! It was a blind buy and I got spooked at first sniff 😅
Golden Sand from Al Rehab is a can't miss.
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Does it wear well in warm weather ?
@@vayria8782 yes it does
Absolutely agree❤
Anyone know where i can get a spray bottle of it in the uk? I can only find the roller ball
Thank you, I love your reviews
I don’t like Casablanca on me. Fakhar smells nice. And Yara too. Choco musk as an oil is very good. Better than a spray.
Sehr al Sheila by Swiss Arabian is gorgeous rose oud. I also like their Perla Nera line "Mazyoon" a whole lot. It's a mastic oud that is very incensey to me. It's so unusual and I love it. Shagaf Oud is so cozy. I adore it in colder weather. Zara's Magnificently Dubai is really amazing too and I love it even more since it has gotten warmer . I am definitely going to have to try more Arabic perfumes!
Ok but which is the besttt 😅😅😅i like floral scents but nothinf over powering. Nothing powdery. Kinda conditionerish
For the choco musk the oil is wayyy better and longer lasting
Try hareem Al sultan oil damn this one is so good!
Try rasasi marha for an easy reach cold fruity clean hair just out the shower smell my current fav
And jasmin whisp.. chefs kiss
I love Choco musk at bedtime. It only lasts 1-2 hours on me but that’s enough when I’m falling asleep. I’ve found it lasts longer on clothes- I don’t get much on them though because I have the roll on
Are you recommending oil for Rasasi Marha?
I was so excited to try Billie Eilish at macys and had this idea of it being very rich abd chocolatey and tart like a magnum chocolate raspberry icecream bar (which is my favorite). But OMG, it was such a disappointment. It smelled so synthetic, like the fake chocolate essence that is used in cheap chocolates that are used as "fillers" in Halloween goodie bags. Ugh! I didnt even wait for the berries and just left the strip at the counter. and my husband couldnt stand it either. I was hyped about the Nebras too, but completely changed my mind after testing BE. And thanks for confirming that its almost identical to Billie Eilish. I am not getting Nebras.
Have you ever tried ALT. Fragrances' Senorita? I've never tried Aventus for Her, and I'm curious how L'aventure Femme compares to them. I think I'm sensitive to the coumarin, since all I get from the fragrance is like musty old rose & tobacco. I'd like to find a way to layer it before just throwing it out..
I like the way you talk about individual perfume. Very clear and honest. I always blind buy so reviews like your channel helps a lot. Keep it up. I've subscribed to your channel👍👍👍👍👍
I feel like the choco musk oil lasts/projects longer on my skin, and it’s even cheaper 😅
It smells richer and sweeter as well! I always get compliments!
I just found your channel and your descriptions are spot on!!! Can you review Ahmed Saif? I recently got this perfume and it’s beautiful. It was in Sharida’s video. I can’t wait to watch more of your content and try some other perfumes from this video 😊
I don't know what is the similar offensive scent in Cassablanca, but Kayali Vanilla 28 has it too (unless I got a fake Kayali vanilla 28).
Nebras sounds interesting, thank you for sharing! 😉
Armaf Club de Nuit Intense (Femme)
Afnan Ornament
Lattafa Sheikh Al Shuyukh
Excellent reviews! Thank you. One that I was also looking at was Arabiyat Prestige Blueberry. I am new to your channel so if you have already reviewed, apologies. Thanks again for this comprehensive review!
Love so many of these recommendations! Only thing is the Yara perfume I just can’t 😩 the synthetic strawberry was nauseating to me- but also in the same way Burberry Her Intense was so I know that’s not a popular opinion. 💔 Also Lattafa Oppulent Musk is one of my all time favorites and I’d be curious what you think! It’s a very basic but perfect neutral white musk. I layer it with Glossier You (and several others) and LOVE it. I also love Al Haramain’s Amber Oud Gold. It’s a sweet warm ambery earthy oud that feels so sexy and luxurious!
Your detailing and product presentation just got you another subbie Hiiii 🙋🏾♀️😀 loved everything about this post, and NOW I know which direction I wanna go in for purchasing! Thank you so very much 💖
Great video and presentation as always, Olivia! ❤
I have the same nose as You! I try Soft and Dalal and didnt enjoy it and wonder why everyone love it😅 I love Lataffa Fakhar Rose❤ is so good for the price and also didnt causes My migraines
Lataffa Rouat Al Musk is also one of the Best in my opinion its smells like frash white laundry.
Also I didnt try yet but wonder Lataffa Yara Moi.
Oh also try Bint Hooran Ard Al Zaafaran❤
@@KarolciaSzila I don't care for Dalal either, it does smell synthetic.
Just ordered Soft. It may sound like a perfume from the early to mid 90s from Victorias Secret called Caramel Vanille that I adored!!! I am hoping it is!!!
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You rock what I love about smelling amazing
I look for your guidance always
You are a nice , not a not it all scent individual
I love that
Will always tune in on your advice
I love your honest descriptions on these fragrances, subscribed immediately 🥰🥰
Welcome to a great channel of fun and diverse people. Ease add your favorites
Yessss! Been patiently waiting for this review all day ❤
Please do more of the Arab perfumes! I loved this so much ❤
Hey Olivia I know this isn’t related to this video but I was hoping you could recommend a perfume that would be dupe for Tokyo milk Bitter sweet perfume, It straight up smelled like pure coco powder and it was a rich scent too. They discontinued it years ago and I haven’t found anything like it since😭, anything that has chocolate scent only has it as a note or I find the scent too light
I love Al haramain amber oud it smells sooo good
Love the L' Aventure line!
Guys , with all respect. These perfumes has absolutely nothing to do with famous Arab perfumes ..I think Olivia depended on Amazon with her purchase which is kind of wrong ..Arab perfumes are waaay more expensive than most of the French and designer once..as an Arab, I have not hear of any of these perfumes , you should check big Arab brands such as khayali , ateej , rasasi,ibraheem al quraishy, abdul samad al quraishi , amouaj ect, .
Wow ,that's interesting,I will check all these brands!
These brands are trending because they are so much better than what is available at the same price point in the "west" but I don't think anyone believes they are the best overall. Thank you for the suggestions!
She did specify affordable. khayali for example, is not affordable. It’s about $100-$130 per bottle so I believe she was focusing mainly on the affordable scents
I love Oud for Glory by Lattafa.....it is supposed to smell like Oud for Greatness by initio but I've never smelled that one cause it's way out of my price range
omg i am so glad somebody said it. Casablanka definitely smells cheap
New to your channel where can I buy samples I preferred more sense that last a long time on skin and clothing but not overly powerful
I love the way the choco mush smells on me. I only paid 8.00 for mine on Amazon. For me it last forever and I can smell it forever. Soft is being delivered to me today. I have the oil and on me it doesn’t smell like Pink Sugar. My skin picks up the fruits more than the sweetness.
I love Choco Musk but I find the oil roller smells MUCH better than the perfume spray.
I would like more of a India type scent , that would protrude nicely.
Been enjoying my recent Middle Eastern perfume purchases so much!!! Let see what else I need to buy 😅😂
Please talk about the Hamidi Fame I think it’s a nice dupe for Angels Share
For the record, these aren’t really Arabic fragrances, they are copies of western fragrances that are made in the Middle East ( mostly Dubai) by companies owned and founded by Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals, for example Lattafa and its subsidiary brands are founded by a Pakistani national, Ajmal is owned by an Indian Family and Al Haramain is founded and owned by a Bangladeshi family.
The real Arabian fragrance companies sell only niche and very expensive fragrances, you won’t find a lot of them on TH-cam because of the price
Hi I’m new in your channel I love the way you describe the fragances , I also have a collection of perfumes and I love Arabian fragances , by the way I like your outfit very pretty 😉
I really appreciate your in depth description of the fragrances you’ve mentioned. So informative! ❤️