Side-by-side comparison of Virtuous Oud by Zara and Turathi Blue by Afnan
Zara
Afnan
| Attribute | Virtuous Oud | Turathi Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Zara | Afnan |
| Year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Rating | 4.07 | 4.34 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 11 | 6 |
57 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.2
/10
Turathi Blue is a polarizing fragrance with significant batch variation. While some users report excellent compliments and improvement with aging, many initial purchasers found it smells heavy and unpleasantly middle-eastern rather than the advertised fresh citrus profile. The community suggests maceration may help, but it's not guaranteed to transform the scent significantly.