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Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men fragrance
Swiss Arabian

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men

EDP Masculine · 2013 · by Undisclosed
7.8 /10

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Warm & Dry conditions.

Best in Warm & Dry 8/10 longevity
From USD 25–40From EUR 23–37From GBP 20–32From PKR 3,000–5,500From AED 60–110From INR 2,075–3,320From SAR 94–150
8 Longevity
7 Sillage
8 Versatility
9 Value
7.2 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Aromatic Citrus Woody Fresh Spicy
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileAromaticCitrusWoodyFresh SpicyAquaticACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Office Casual Gym
Seasons
Spring Summer Fall

Climate Performance

Avg 7.2 / 10
Extreme Heat
7/10
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
8/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
6/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A fresh, masculine and versatile aromatic-woody scent perfect for daily wear, offering great value for its performance.

How It Wears

Its fresh and woody character makes it a good everyday choice for moderate to warm climates.

How It Compares

A solid all-rounder for men seeking an affordable, long-lasting daily fragrance.

The Controversy

None significant.

Is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men a Good Clone? An Honest Assessment

The fragrance community has developed clear vocabulary for evaluating clones: DNA match, longevity delta versus the original, performance in heat. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men by Swiss Arabian, launched in 2013, is assessed here on exactly those measures. Its Aromatic, Citrus, Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aquatic profile is close to its reference but distinct enough to be judged independently — which is how this review approaches it.

A fresh, masculine and versatile aromatic-woody scent perfect for daily wear, offering great value for its performance.

How Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men Smells: Notes & Development

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men opens with Lemon, Bergamot and Lavender — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Sea Notes, Cardamom and Cypress. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Amber, Musk and Woody Notes.

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

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (8/10): Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (7/10): Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men 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): Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men 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 $25, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men does best in warm & dry (Lahore, Los Angeles) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Its fresh and woody character makes it a good everyday choice for moderate to warm climates.

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

Its average across all five zones is 7.2/10 — 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

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men is best suited to Daily, Office, Casual, Gym. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men performs best in Spring, Summer, Fall. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

A solid all-rounder for men seeking an affordable, long-lasting daily fragrance.

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men Price Guide

Internationally, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men 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 3,000–5,500 in Pakistan, AED 60–110 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: Online Retailers. GCC/UAE: Online Retailers, Local Perfumeries, Middle Eastern Markets. Pakistan: Online Retailers, Local Perfumeries, Middle Eastern Markets.

Verdict

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men 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 7.8/10 in our scoring — performance, climate fit and value all pulling the same direction. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men is an easy bottle to recommend.

None significant.

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 Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men last?

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men worth the price?

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

What does Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men smell like?

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men is characterised by Aromatic, Citrus, Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aquatic accords. Opening with Lemon and Bergamot, the heart revolves around Sea Notes and Cardamom, settling into a base of Amber and Musk.

Is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men good for hot or humid weather?

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men handles warm weather adequately (score: 7/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

Is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men for men or women?

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Men is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.