What are your top 5 middle eastern fragrances?

Yesterday, one of our brothers shared with us Ocean Luna. This lovely fragrance wears smooth and confident, blending cool marine freshness with a dark, refined depth that feels modern but grounded. It’s clean without being sharp, masculine without trying to flex—more calm authority than loud swagger. The kind of scent that lingers just enough to be remembered long after the handshake. Enjoy my friend.

Hawas is a fragrance that never held my attention. It's a series of atomic-strength clones. The first was similar to Invictus so I lost interest. And Fire? It's some weird amber aquatic with no spices? But I'll tell you what I love, the Noya Aqua line. These are a new line from an Italian niche house. Abyssal Odyssey is one of the easiest to wear. It's a refreshing aquatic patchouli with an amber base. It isn't too strong and the ingredient quality shines through as it ages on your skin. The Aquas are somewhat simplistic, but to their benefit. The price and availability is the only problem with getting a bottle. I was looking for similar scents and noticed everyone compared it to Hawas Fire. I tried to find a bottle of Fire at retail but they aren't showing up like the rest of the line in stores. I picked this one up at $33 to save myself $170. The fragrance is practically 1:1. The notes are even identical. The only reason this isn't common knowledge is that most people don't know what a Noya is. Hawas Fire is an amber aquatic. It opens with jasmine and mineral notes, clary sage, and ambroxan. That's about it, this is a linear fragrance. The mix of aquatic and amber has an odd fruity signature but I suspect this is a side effect of using calone for the seawater note. At the intensity of this fragrance the notes can bleed in strange ways. What I don't notice is any defined patchouli. I do notice that it projects like a liberal arts major. This fragrance is so intense I haven't bothered spraying it twice yet. The atomizer blasts this dense oil out and it's enough to make my head throb. I wish this was more subtle like the Noya. Longevity? About a day, projection is roughly one foyer. It's a good fragrance but off the beaten path for most people. If you like Hawas but want a richer version of it, try to find the Noya.

Eros EDP is a bolder, richer interpretation of the original Eros EDT, leaning into deeper aromatic and warmer notes while maintaining a youthful and seductive energy. It’s often described as confident, magnetic, and effortlessly masculine — perfect for nights out, dates, or anytime you want to make a memorable impression. ⭐ Scent Profile — 9.0/10 Versace Eros EDP opens with a fresh but spicy blast of mint, lemon, and green apple — energetic and instantly recognizable. Soon it morphs into a captivating heart of tonka bean, geranium, and ambroxan that gives it a creamy, almost gourmand layer without being too sweet. The base reveals rich vanilla, cedarwood, and amber tones that feel warm, sensual, and very inviting. It’s a beautifully balanced scent that sits between fresh, spicy, and slightly sweet, making it incredibly versatile. It’s youthful but still refined enough to wear into your 30s and 40s without feeling out of place. Vibe: Seductive, bold, confidentBest Seasons: Fall & Winter (can work in spring nights too)Occasions: Evenings, dates, nights out, cooler weather Sillage — 9.5/10 One of Eros EDP’s strongest qualities is its massive sillage. It projects boldly without being obnoxious, creating a noticeable scent trail that people around you will pick up — sometimes from across the room. If you want a fragrance that gets compliments and announces your presence, this one delivers. Just be cautious in very close quarters (like small offices or elevators), as it can feel strong in intimate spaces. Longevity — 8.5/10 In terms of longevity, Eros EDP performs very well for an Eau de Parfum. On average, it lasts: - 6–9+ hours on skin - 10–14+ hours on clothing It doesn’t fade abruptly — the dry down maintains presence throughout the day. However, compared to heavier niche perfumes or high-concentration releases, it’s not an all-day powerhouse on skin alone. You’ll definitely notice it out of the shower the next morning on your clothes, though. Overall Rating — 9.0/10

A luxurious pears and floral opening that gives a calming to your nose and in heart Jasmin and tuberose are so balanced and finally at dry down Abmer and musk with patchouli is key player. For me it is a complete oriental package and longevity projection is beast mode.