{"product_id":"rabab-100ml-edp-by-zimaya-afnan","title":"Rabab 100ml EDP by Zimaya Afnan | Fresh Unisex","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sicilian Orange, Lemon, Bergamot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean Fruit Basket (Candied Fruit), Rose, Jasmine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex Oriental Fruity Woody, with a fresh citrus opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and summer, casual outings and daytime wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfnan Zimaya Rabab Eau de Parfum 100ml\u003c\/strong\u003e is a juicy, citrus-forward unisex fragrance that opens with Sicilian orange, lemon and bergamot, moves into a smooth, sweet fruit-basket heart with rose and jasmine, and dries down to a warm, clean musk with vanilla and soft woods. It is a bright, easy daytime scent for anyone who likes their fruit fresh rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab is part of Zimaya, the fragrance line from Emirati house Afnan, which is known for modern, wearable Eau de Parfum releases. Rabab is a classic Arabic name, and it is also the name of a traditional bowed string instrument. The scent itself is unisex and built for daytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Scent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The opening is a juicy burst of \u003cstrong\u003eSicilian orange\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elemon\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebergamot\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is zesty and bright, with the orange keeping the citrus sweet rather than sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeart:\u003c\/strong\u003e The citrus gives way to a smooth, sweet \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean fruit basket\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the candied, tropical-leaning fruit blending into \u003cstrong\u003erose\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ejasmine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The florals soften the fruit and add a clean, polished feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dry-down is warm and clean. \u003cstrong\u003eWhite musk\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e give a soft, skin-like finish, while \u003cstrong\u003esandalwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecedarwood\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evetiver\u003c\/strong\u003e add a light woody backbone that keeps the sweetness from getting sticky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Honest Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruity heart is a blended fruit accord rather than a single named fruit, so expect a general juicy, candied-fruit sweetness. It is fresh and sweet rather than sharp, and the woods and musk keep it clean rather than dessert-like. At least one reviewer found it fairly soft on skin, so a few more sprays suit people who like a stronger presence. As with any fragrance, skin chemistry changes how the fruit, musk and vanilla balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afnan (Zimaya line)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rabab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eau de Parfum (EDP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oriental Fruity Woody, with a fresh citrus opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sicilian orange, lemon, bergamot, fruit basket, rose, jasmine, white musk, vanilla, sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fragrantica community rating is around 4.2 out of 5 from several dozen votes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reviewers describe a soft, clean musky finish. Some find it fairly muted on skin at first, so apply a few sprays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Seasons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daytime, casual outings and everyday wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply three to four sprays to pulse points such as the neck and chest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfnan is an Emirati fragrance house with a wide range, from fruity and spiced to oud-led perfumes. Zimaya is its line of modern, approachable Eau de Parfum and perfume oil releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRabab shows the fresh, fruity side of the Zimaya range. It trades heavy oud and amber for bright citrus, juicy fruit and clean musk, which makes it an easy daytime pick for men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Dubai Blends\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% authentic\u003c\/strong\u003e - sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors, no middlemen, so you get the best price in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast, tracked shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia-wide from our local warehouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurely packed\u003c\/strong\u003e - every bottle arrives intact, guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoved by thousands\u003c\/strong\u003e of Australian fragrance fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Zimaya Rabab smell like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab smells like juicy Sicilian orange and lemon over a sweet, candied fruit-basket heart, finishing on clean white musk, vanilla and soft woods. It reads fresh, fruity and musky rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Zimaya Rabab for men or women?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab is unisex. Its citrus, fruit and clean musk character suits men and women equally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does Zimaya Rabab last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWear time varies with skin type and weather. Reviewers describe a soft, clean finish, and some find it fairly muted on skin at first, so a few sprays suit those who like a stronger presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat season and occasion is Zimaya Rabab best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab is best in spring and summer and suits casual outings, daytime wear and everyday use. Its bright, fresh character is most comfortable in warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Zimaya Rabab a safe blind buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a reasonably safe blind buy if you enjoy citrus, juicy fruit and clean musk. Its Fragrantica community rating is around 4.2 out of 5. If you prefer dry, sharp or woody fragrances, a sample first is the more sensible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Zimaya Rabab sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab is moderately sweet. The candied-fruit heart and vanilla add sweetness, while the lemon, bergamot, musk and woods keep it fresh and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Zimaya Rabab different from Rabab Gems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZimaya Rabab is a citrus-led fruity musk, while Rabab Gems opens with pineapple and hyacinth and has a floral, amber-patchouli base. They share a family name but have different characters. See Zimaya Rabab Gems for the other style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Zimaya Rabab the same as Rabab Blue?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome retailers and reviewers list Zimaya Rabab as Rabab Blue. If you are searching under either name, this is the 100ml Eau de Parfum from Zimaya by Afnan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship Zimaya Rabab across Australia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, we ship with tracking to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and regional areas across Australia from our local warehouse. For another fresh daytime pick, explore Afnan Supremacy in Heaven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eApply Zimaya Rabab to clean skin right after a shower, then add one extra spray at the chest in the afternoon. The citrus opening is brightest early, and the extra spray keeps the fruit and musk present through a warm day.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dubai Blends","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57997284638903,"sku":null,"price":48.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/5597\/8423\/files\/IMG_9832.jpg?v=1793899911","url":"https:\/\/dubaiblends.com.au\/products\/rabab-100ml-edp-by-zimaya-afnan","provider":"Dubai Blends","version":"1.0","type":"link"}