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Wasim Akram 502 fragrance
Junaid Jamshed

Wasim Akram 502

EDP Masculine · 2017 · by Unknown
7.8 /10

Wasim Akram 502 scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Warm & Dry conditions.

Best in Warm & Dry 7/10 longevity
From USD 20–28From EUR 18–25From GBP 15–21From PKR 4,000–5,500From AED 70–100From INR 1,932–2,705From SAR 75–105
7 Longevity
7 Sillage
8 Versatility
9 Value
7.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Citrus Fruity Fresh Spicy Woody
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Mandarin2Orange3PlumHEART NOTES30–120 min1Lily of th…2Jasmine3RoseBASE NOTES2h+1Amber2Vanilla3MuskSandalwood
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileCitrusFruityFresh SpicyWoodyAmberACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Sports Casual
Seasons
Spring Summer

Climate Performance

Avg 7.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
6/10
Good
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
7/10
Good
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
9/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
7/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

Celebrity sports tribute scent designed for active lifestyle fresh projection.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

One of the highest-selling local designer scents in Pakistan for summer casual wear.

How It Compares

J. Wasim Akram 502 vs Rasasi Hawas.

The Controversy

Mass-market synthetic fruity opening compared frequently to bubblegum invictus DNA.

Junaid Jamshed Wasim Akram 502: 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. Wasim Akram 502 by Junaid Jamshed is precisely this kind of evolved clone — an EDP built on Citrus, Fruity, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Amber that delivers real quality at a fraction of the reference price. This is not about imitation; it is about democratisation.

Celebrity sports tribute scent designed for active lifestyle fresh projection.

How Wasim Akram 502 Smells: Notes & Development

Wasim Akram 502 opens with Mandarin, Orange and Plum — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Lily of the Valley, Jasmine and Rose. The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Amber, Vanilla, Musk and Sandalwood.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Citrus, Fruity, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Amber — close enough to its inspiration to scratch the same itch.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (7/10): Wasim Akram 502 delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (7/10): Wasim Akram 502 projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): Wasim Akram 502 is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (9/10): At around $20, Wasim Akram 502 delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Climate Performance: Where Wasim Akram 502 Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, Wasim Akram 502 does best in warm & dry (Lahore, Los Angeles) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

One of the highest-selling local designer scents in Pakistan for summer casual wear.

Look at what it is built from and the score makes sense: Amber, Musk and Sandalwood are among the materials least disturbed by heat and humidity.

Its average across all five zones is 7.6/10 — 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.

Occasions & When to Wear

Wasim Akram 502 is best suited to Daily, Sports, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Wasim Akram 502 performs best in Spring, Summer. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

J. Wasim Akram 502 vs Rasasi Hawas.

Price & Value

Internationally, Wasim Akram 502 sits at $20–$28. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 4,000–5,500 in Pakistan, AED 70–100 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: J. Global Online Stores. GCC/UAE: J. Outlets UAE/KSA. Pakistan: J. Outlets, JUNAID JAMSHED Online.

Verdict

Wasim Akram 502 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 7.6/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. Wasim Akram 502 is an easy bottle to recommend.

Mass-market synthetic fruity opening compared frequently to bubblegum invictus 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 Wasim Akram 502 last?

Wasim Akram 502 has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Wasim Akram 502 worth the price?

At around $20, Wasim Akram 502 by Junaid Jamshed is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Wasim Akram 502 smell like?

Wasim Akram 502 is characterised by Citrus, Fruity, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Amber accords. Opening with Mandarin and Orange, the heart revolves around Lily of the Valley and Jasmine, settling into a base of Amber and Vanilla.

Is Wasim Akram 502 good for hot or humid weather?

Wasim Akram 502 handles warm weather adequately (score: 7/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

Is Wasim Akram 502 for men or women?

Wasim Akram 502 is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.