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Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml
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Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml – Saffron, Rose and Oud Al Jawhara means "the jewel", and this is Lattafa at its most classically Arabian. Saffron and cardamom open it, rose and amber form the heart, and real oud grounds the base alongside vanilla and musk. If you want to understand what Middle Eastern perfumery actually smells like rather than the sweet Western-facing versions, start here.
Know the scent before it arrives
A quick, data-led guide to how it smells, performs and wears.
At a glance
Main Accords
+Fragrance Notes
+From the first spray to the lasting dry down.
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First impression
Opening notes
Davana -
The character
Heart notes
Plum Cinnamon Osmanthus -
The lasting trail
Dry-down notes
Labdanum Musk Patchouli Ambroxan
Scent profile
Green, spicy, with a sweet finish.
An expressive green profile, softened by spicy facets and a sweet undertone.
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Performance
+Long-wearing with a confident scent trail that remains noticeable.
Performance varies with skin, climate and application.
Perfect Time to Wear
+When this fragrance feels most at home.
Autumn
Evening
Where it shines
Full Description
+Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml – Saffron, Rose and Oud
Al Jawhara means "the jewel", and this is Lattafa at its most classically Arabian. Saffron and cardamom open it, rose and amber form the heart, and real oud grounds the base alongside vanilla and musk. If you want to understand what Middle Eastern perfumery actually smells like rather than the sweet Western-facing versions, start here.
What Does Al Jawhara Smell Like?
The opening is bright but immediately exotic — zesty bergamot meets the spicy warmth of cardamom, while saffron adds that distinctive leathery, slightly sweet glow that only appears in serious oriental perfumery. The heart is a study in balance: romantic rose against warm, resinous amber, a pairing that has anchored Arabian fragrance for centuries. The dry-down is rich and slow — vanilla brings a creamy sweetness, oud delivers deep woody resin with that unmistakable smoky character, and musk softens everything into a sensual finish that stays on skin and clothing for hours.
Al Jawhara Fragrance Notes
| Top notes | Bergamot, Cardamom, Saffron |
|---|---|
| Heart notes | Rose, Amber |
| Base notes | Vanilla, Oud, Musk |
Performance, Season & Occasion
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum (EDP), 100ml |
|---|---|
| Longevity | Excellent — oud and amber bases hold for many hours |
| Sillage | Strong, settling into a rich close trail |
| Best season | Autumn and winter; ideal for cool evenings |
| Best time | Evening, special occasions and formal events |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Lattafa Perfumes, Dubai, UAE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Al Jawhara smell like?
A classic saffron-rose-oud oriental — bright cardamom and bergamot at the opening, a rose and amber heart, and a base of oud, vanilla and musk.
Does it contain real oud?
Oud is a prominent part of the base and gives the fragrance its deep, resinous woodiness. It is balanced with vanilla and rose so it stays approachable rather than overwhelming.
Is Al Jawhara for men or women?
Fully unisex. The rose reads feminine, the oud reads masculine, and the saffron bridges the two.
Is it good for a first oud fragrance?
Yes. The vanilla and rose soften the oud considerably, making it a gentler introduction than pure oud compositions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml smell like? +
Top notes of Davana.Heart of Plum, Cinnamon, Osmanthus.Base of Labdanum, Musk, Patchouli, Ambroxan.The main character is fruity, cinnamon, warm spicy, amber, musky, sweet, floral, aromatic, green, balsamic.
How long does Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml last? +
Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml is an Eau de Parfum (EDP) that typically lasts 6–10 hours on skin and longer on fabric. Apply to pulse points — wrists, neck, and inner elbows — for best projection.
Is Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml for men or women? +
Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml has a fruity, cinnamon, warm spicy, amber, musky, sweet, floral, aromatic, green, balsamic character, making it versatile across genders.
Is Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml a dupe of Inspired by Mugler Angel? +
Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml is inspired by Inspired by Mugler Angel and delivers a similar scent experience at a more accessible price point. It is one of the most popular Inspired by Mugler Angel alternatives available in South Africa.
How much does Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml cost in South Africa? +
Lattafa Al Jawhara Eau de Parfum 100ml is currently priced at R949.0 at Dubai Aroma. Free delivery on all orders over R999 anywhere in South Africa.