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Zimaya Sharaf Blend fragrance
Zimaya

Zimaya Sharaf Blend

EDP Unisex · 2023 · by Afnan Fragrances House
8.2 /10

Zimaya Sharaf Blend scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 9/10 longevity
From USD 25–40From EUR 23–37From GBP 20–32From PKR 7,000–10,000From AED 85–120From INR 2,075–3,320From SAR 94–150
9 Longevity
9 Sillage
7 Versatility
10 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Vanilla Sweet Warm Spicy Amber
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Nutmeg2Nutmeg3DatesHEART NOTES30–120 min1Vanilla2Praline3TuberoseBASE NOTES2h+1Tonka Bean2Benzoin3Amberwood
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileVanillaSweetWarm SpicyAmberWoodyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Winter Nights Date Night Casual Gatherings
Seasons
Autumn Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
2/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
3/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
10/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

Hailed as one of the most accurate, boozy, apple-pie-like clones of Kilian Angel's Share on the market.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Pure winter gold; completely unusable in hot weather due to its heavy sweet cinnamon and praline profile.

How It Compares

Versus Lattafa Khamrah for true Angel's Share accuracy.

The Controversy

Eclipsed briefly by Lattafa Khamrah, though connoisseurs argue Sharaf Blend is actually closer to the original boozy cognac DNA.

Zimaya Sharaf Blend: The Accessible Path to a Luxury Scent

The clone fragrance has matured. What once meant a rough approximation now encompasses technically sophisticated compositions that stand on their own merits. Zimaya Sharaf Blend by Zimaya is precisely this kind of evolved clone — an EDP built on Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody that delivers real quality at a fraction of the reference price. This is not about imitation; it is about democratisation.

Hailed as one of the most accurate, boozy, apple-pie-like clones of Kilian Angel's Share on the market.

Zimaya Sharaf Blend Notes Breakdown

Zimaya Sharaf Blend opens with Nutmeg, Nutmeg and Dates — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Vanilla, Praline and Tuberose. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Tonka Bean, Benzoin and Amberwood.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody — close enough to its inspiration to scratch the same itch.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (9/10): Zimaya Sharaf Blend delivers exceptional longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 12+ hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (9/10): Zimaya Sharaf Blend projects at room-filling intensity, announcing itself without apology. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (7/10): Zimaya Sharaf Blend is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (10/10): At around $25, Zimaya Sharaf Blend delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

How Zimaya Sharaf Blend Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Zimaya Sharaf Blend does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 10/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 2/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Pure winter gold; completely unusable in hot weather due to its heavy sweet cinnamon and praline profile.

Its average across all five zones is 6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Best Occasions & Seasons

Zimaya Sharaf Blend is best suited to Winter Nights, Date Night, Casual Gatherings. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Zimaya Sharaf Blend performs best in Autumn, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Lattafa Khamrah for true Angel's Share accuracy.

Price & Value

Internationally, Zimaya Sharaf Blend sits at $25–$40. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 7,000–10,000 in Pakistan, AED 85–120 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Amazon, FragranceNet. GCC/UAE: Namshi, Amazon UAE, Local Perfumeries. Pakistan: Naheed, Daraz, Local Attar Shops.

Smells Like Zimaya Sharaf Blend for Less: The Alternatives

If price is the only thing keeping you from Zimaya Sharaf Blend, the closest match is Kilian Angel's Share at a 94% DNA match — near enough that most noses would struggle to separate the two blind. The full shortlist:

Kilian Angel's Share (94% DNA match): $295 / PKR 75,000 / AED 1,100.

The Clone Finder searches the full database by note DNA if none of these fit.

Verdict

Zimaya Sharaf Blend makes the case that the clone fragrance has evolved beyond mere imitation — it is now a legitimate category on its own terms.

It lands at an overall 8.2/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. Zimaya Sharaf Blend is an easy bottle to recommend.

Eclipsed briefly by Lattafa Khamrah, though connoisseurs argue Sharaf Blend is actually closer to the original boozy cognac DNA.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Zimaya Sharaf Blend last?

Zimaya Sharaf Blend has a longevity score of 9/10. On average skin, expect 12+ hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Zimaya Sharaf Blend worth the price?

At around $25, Zimaya Sharaf Blend by Zimaya is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Zimaya Sharaf Blend smell like?

Zimaya Sharaf Blend is characterised by Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords. Opening with Nutmeg and Nutmeg, the heart revolves around Vanilla and Praline, settling into a base of Tonka Bean and Benzoin.

Is Zimaya Sharaf Blend good for hot or humid weather?

Zimaya Sharaf Blend was not designed for extreme heat (score: 3/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

What is the best clone or alternative to Zimaya Sharaf Blend?

The closest alternative is Kilian Angel's Share at a 94% DNA match. It captures the essential character of Zimaya Sharaf Blend at a more accessible price point.

Is Zimaya Sharaf Blend for men or women?

Zimaya Sharaf Blend is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.