Faqat Lil Rijal

A bold oud-and-saffron opening brightened by bergamot, then rose, cardamom and a soft rice note over suede-like leather, drying to patchouli, sandalwood and musk.

Performance on this one is genuinely split. Some people report beastly, all-day projection; others say it settles into a skin scent within a couple of hours. What's consistent is the character: a bold, slightly animalic oud-and-saffron opening brightened by bergamot, moving into warm rose, cardamom and a soft rice note over suede-like leather. The drydown is patchouli, sandalwood and musk. It's a traditional Arabian oud-leather, built for cold weather and formal occasions rather than everyday wear.

Scent notes

Top: Bergamot, Saffron, Oud
Heart: Cardamom, Geranium, Jasmine, Rice
Base: Patchouli, Sandalwood, Musk, Leather, Oud

How it wears

Longevity: 8-10 hours on skin, longer on clothing
Projection: Moderate to Heavy
Best in: fall, winter
Wear it for: formal settings, evenings and special occasions
Scent family: oud, leather, spiced

Details

Eau de Parfum · 50 ml · Rasasi · launched 2013 · 100% authentic, factory-sealed retail box · ships from Baltimore, MD

Questions people ask

Is Faqat Lil Rijal authentic?
Yes. Every bottle comes from licensed U.S. fragrance distributors and ships factory-sealed in its retail box. Smell it yourself at our stall in the Patapsco Flea Market in Baltimore.

How long does Faqat Lil Rijal last?
Most wearers get eight to ten hours on skin, longer on clothing, though performance varies more than usual on this one. Projection runs moderate to heavy.

What does Faqat Lil Rijal smell similar to?
It doesn't track one specific designer fragrance. If you like oud, leather and spice, it's worth a try, and we can point you to neighbors if you ask.