HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst vs Shalimar
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform at a similar level, but Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Shalimar only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
86/100
Longevity
88/100
84/100
Sillage
85/100
40%
Day Wear
25%
60%
Night Wear
75%
20%
Spring
15%
15%
Summer
5%
35%
Autumn
35%
30%
Winter
45%
400
Value (lower price wins)
111
Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst
Top
Raspberry, Plum, Bergamot
Heart
Oud, Rose, Patchouli
Base
Amber, Musk, Sandalwood, Praline
Shalimar
Top
Bergamot, Lemon, Cedrat
Heart
Iris, Jasmine, Rose
Base
Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Opoponax
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst or Shalimar better?
Both perform at a similar level, but Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Shalimar only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst or Shalimar?
Shalimar lasts longer. Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst is rated long lasting (8h - 12h) while Shalimar is rated long lasting (8h - 12h).
Do Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst and Shalimar smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Rose. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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