Question 1

What's the difference between Folie Oud and Shaghaf Oud?

Accepted Answer

Folie Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Diane Castel (2023) dominated by Oud accords. Shaghaf Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Swiss Arabian (undated) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 4 accords: Oud, Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Folie Oud or Shaghaf Oud?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Folie Oud scores 4.70/5 vs Shaghaf Oud at 4.07/5. Shaghaf Oud's standout strength: Exceptional longevity and performance (12+ hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Folie Oud and Shaghaf Oud smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Oud, Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Saffron. Shaghaf Oud: Shaghaf Oud is a divisive fragrance praised for its powerful performance and excellent price-to-quality ratio, with most appreciating its sweet, smoky oud character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Folie Oud or Shaghaf Oud?

Accepted Answer

Shaghaf Oud: Exceptional longevity and performance (12+ hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Folie Oud vs Shaghaf Oud?

Accepted Answer

Folie Oud scores highest for all seasons wear; Shaghaf Oud scores highest for winter wear. Folie Oud leans daytime, Shaghaf Oud leans evening.

Folie Oud vs Shaghaf Oud

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Folie Oud (8)

Uniek voor Shaghaf Oud (2)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Shaghaf Oud

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Eigenschap	Folie Oud	Shaghaf Oud
Merk	Diane Castel	Swiss Arabian
Jaar	2023	—
Beoordeling	4.70	4.07
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	6