Sharaf Blend Extrait de Parfum 100ml by Zimaya Afnan

Fragrance Notes

Top: Nutmeg, Saffron, Dates
Heart: Vanilla, Praline, Tuberose
Base: Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Amberwood, Musk
Inspired by: Kilian Angels’ Share (often compared with Lattafa Khamrah and French Avenue Royal Blend)
Scent Family: Amber Gourmand, sweet and spiced
Gender: Unisex
Best For: Evenings, cooler weather and special occasions, especially autumn and winter

Afnan Zimaya Sharaf Blend Extrait de Parfum 100ml is a rich, boozy amber gourmand that opens with nutmeg, saffron and dates, moves into vanilla, praline and tuberose, and settles on tonka bean, benzoin, amberwood and musk. It is an extrait for anyone who loves a sweet, spiced, dessert-like scent with real warmth.

The Story
Sharaf Blend is a unisex Extrait de Parfum from Zimaya, the fragrance line from Afnan, released in 2023. Sharaf is an Arabic word that means honour. It is inspired by Kilian Angels’ Share and follows the same boozy, spiced vanilla direction, with dates and tuberose giving it a character of its own. An Extrait de Parfum is the most concentrated tier of fragrance, so it carries more perfume oil than an Eau de Parfum.

The Scent
Top: The opening is warm and spiced. Nutmeg and saffron give it a rich, golden glow, while dates add a sticky, caramel-like sweetness that sets the boozy tone.

Heart: The centre turns creamy and indulgent. Vanilla and praline form a sweet, nutty core, and tuberose adds a soft, white-floral richness that stops the sweetness from feeling flat.

Base: The dry-down is deep and warm. Tonka bean and benzoin add creamy, resinous sweetness, amberwood gives a woody amber glow, and musk finishes it in a soft, skin-like way.

An Honest Note
Reviewers are split on Sharaf Blend. Many love the boozy, date-and-cinnamon sweetness, with some calling it burnt caramel, vanilla and rum, and others calling it a sweet apple strudel. A few find the saffron hard to detect, or the dry-down a little generic and skin-close, and reports of projection and longevity range from average to strong. One buyer suggests it needs a little maceration to open up. It is a sweet scent, so if you prefer dry, fresh or woody fragrances it may feel rich. As with any fragrance, skin chemistry changes how the dates, praline and amber balance.

Product Details

• Brand: Zimaya (Afnan)
• Fragrance: Sharaf Blend
• Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
• Size: 100ml
• Released: 2023
• Gender: Unisex
• Scent Family: Amber Gourmand
• Key Notes: Nutmeg, saffron, dates, vanilla, praline, tuberose, tonka bean, benzoin, amberwood, musk

Performance

• Concentration: Extrait de Parfum is the most concentrated tier, so a little goes a long way.
• How to Wear: Two sprays are usually enough. Apply to skin on the neck and chest.
• Reviewer Reports: Projection and longevity vary. Some reviewers report strong wear, while others find it average and close to the skin in the dry-down.
• Best Seasons: Autumn and winter, and cool evenings.
• Best Occasions: Evenings, dates and special occasions.

Comparison to Kilian Angels’ Share

• Shared notes: Vanilla, praline and tonka bean.
• Different notes: Sharaf Blend adds dates, nutmeg, saffron, tuberose, benzoin, amberwood and musk, while Angels’ Share lists cognac, cinnamon, oak, sandalwood and candied almond.
• Character: Both are warm, boozy, spiced vanilla gourmands. Sharaf Blend leans on dates and a floral tuberose touch, while Angels’ Share is more cognac and oak-led.
• Concentration and year: Sharaf Blend is an Extrait de Parfum released in 2023. Angels’ Share is an Eau de Parfum released in 2020.
• Verdict: Sharaf Blend suits anyone who loves the boozy vanilla-praline style and wants it in an extrait. It shares a direction with Angels’ Share but is not identical, so expect differences in the dates, saffron and florals.

About the Brand
Zimaya is the fragrance line from Afnan, an Emirati fragrance house with a wide range from fruity and spiced to oud-led perfumes. Zimaya focuses on modern, wearable releases, including Sharaf Blend and Rabab.

Sharaf Blend shows the line’s rich, gourmand side. It pairs dates, saffron and praline with a warm benzoin and amberwood base.

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FAQ

What does Zimaya Sharaf Blend smell like?
Zimaya Sharaf Blend smells like warm nutmeg, saffron and dates over vanilla, praline and tuberose, finishing on tonka bean, benzoin, amberwood and musk. It reads sweet, boozy and spiced.

Is Sharaf Blend for men or women?
Sharaf Blend is unisex. Its sweet, spiced amber character suits men and women alike.

How long does Sharaf Blend last?
Reviewer reports vary, from average wear and a skin-close dry-down to strong, long-lasting performance. Extrait de Parfum is the most concentrated tier, which generally means longer wear than an Eau de Parfum.

What season and occasion is Sharaf Blend best for?
Sharaf Blend is best in autumn and winter and suits evenings, dates and special occasions. Its rich, sweet character is most comfortable in cooler weather.

Is Sharaf Blend a safe blind buy?
It is a reasonably safe blind buy if you enjoy sweet, boozy, spiced gourmands. Reviewers split on the performance, so a sample first is the more sensible choice if strong projection matters to you.

What is Sharaf Blend inspired by?
Sharaf Blend is inspired by Kilian Angels’ Share. It shares the boozy vanilla, praline and tonka direction but adds dates, saffron and tuberose.

How does Sharaf Blend compare to Lattafa Khamrah and French Avenue Royal Blend?
Reviewers often compare Sharaf Blend with Lattafa Khamrah and French Avenue Royal Blend because all three are sweet, spiced, boozy gourmands. One reviewer prefers Sharaf Blend, another finds it very like Royal Blend, so it comes down to taste.

What is an Extrait de Parfum, and how many sprays should I use?
An Extrait de Parfum is the most concentrated tier of fragrance, with more perfume oil than an Eau de Parfum. Two sprays are usually enough.

Do you ship Sharaf Blend across Australia?
Yes, we ship with tracking to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and regional areas across Australia from our local warehouse. If you enjoy Zimaya, also explore Afnan Zimaya Rabab and Al Wataniah Anwan.

Pro Tip
Spray Sharaf Blend twice on the neck and chest and let the nutmeg, saffron and dates settle for a few minutes before the vanilla and praline come forward. If it feels quiet on skin at first, give the bottle a few weeks of rest, as one buyer suggests a little maceration helps it open up.