Swiss Arabian Shaghaf EDP 100ml – Citrus, Sea Notes & Sweet Woods

Shaghaf Men is the fragrance that launched Swiss Arabian’s most successful modern collection. It is an aromatic aquatic built on contrast — a bright citrus opening of Chinese orange, lemon and lavender that gives way to a spicy marine heart, before landing on a surprisingly sweet base of praline, tolu balsam and dark woods.

Most aquatic fragrances stay light all the way through. Shaghaf does not. It starts fresh and finishes warm and slightly gourmand, which is what makes it more interesting than the average blue fragrance and why it has remained a consistent seller.

Fresh on Top, Warm Underneath

The opening is clean and citrus-driven, with lavender giving it a slightly soapy, traditional quality. Within the first half hour it shifts considerably: sea notes arrive alongside cardamom and cinnamon, creating a spicy-marine combination that feels distinctly Middle Eastern rather than European.

The material worth pointing out is nagarmotha, also known as cypriol. It comes from a grass root grown extensively in India and gives the heart an earthy, faintly smoky quality that keeps the composition grounded. The drydown then turns sweet — praline and tolu balsam over patchouli, black amber and rosewood — for a finish that is warm and lightly gourmand without being sugary.

Some wearers compare the praline drydown to Paco Rabanne Black XS. Others find them quite different. What is consistent is that Shaghaf projects strongly and lasts well, so a light hand is the right approach.

About Swiss Arabian

Founded in Dubai in 1974, Swiss Arabian is widely recognised as the region’s first modern fragrance house and remains one of the most respected names in Middle Eastern perfumery. The house is known for combining traditional Arabian materials with European perfumery technique, and the Shaghaf Collection has grown into one of its most popular lines.

Quick Facts

Brand: Swiss Arabian (UAE)
Fragrance Name: Shaghaf Men
Size: 100ml
Concentration: Eau de Parfum (EDP)
Gender: Men
Fragrance Family: Aromatic Aquatic
Longevity: 8–10 Hours
Sillage: Strong — apply lightly
Best Season: Spring, summer, monsoon, cooler evenings
Occasion: Daily wear, office, college, casual outings, evening wear

Fragrance Notes – The Shaghaf Men Scent Profile

Top Notes — Chinese Orange, Lemon and Lavender

A bright, clean citrus opening. Chinese orange and lemon give immediate freshness while lavender adds a smooth aromatic edge with a slightly soapy, classical feel.

Heart Notes — Sea Notes, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Sage, Cypriol (Nagarmotha) and Marigold

Where the fragrance turns distinctive. Marine notes meet warm cardamom and cinnamon for a spicy-aquatic combination that feels unusual and inviting. Sage and nagarmotha add earthy, faintly smoky depth, with marigold contributing a subtle floral-spicy nuance.

Base Notes — Praline, Tolu Balsam, Patchouli, Black Amber, Ebony and Palisander Rosewood

Sweet and woody. Praline and resinous tolu balsam give the drydown a lightly gourmand warmth, balanced by patchouli, black amber and dark woods for a rich, long-lasting trail.

Shaghaf vs Shaghaf Amber Infusion vs Shaghaf Oud Abyad

The Shaghaf Collection has expanded considerably, and the versions are genuinely different fragrances rather than variations on one theme.

Shaghaf Men — this fragrance — is the fresh, aquatic one. Citrus and sea notes on top, sweet praline and woods underneath. The most versatile of the group and the best suited to warm weather.

Shaghaf Amber Infusion is the spicy amber option, opening on ginger and cardamom before a rich vanilla, amber and leather base. More formal and better for evenings and cooler weather.

Shaghaf Oud Abyad is the woody, oud-focused version, aimed at anyone who wants a more traditional Arabian character.

If you want one for daily wear in Indian heat, Shaghaf Men is the pick. For evenings and occasions, Amber Infusion is the stronger choice.

Currently Out of Stock

Shaghaf Men is temporarily unavailable. Enter your email in the waitlist form above and we will notify you the moment it returns — no obligation to buy.

If you would rather not wait, Shaghaf Amber Infusion is in stock and shares the same collection DNA with a warmer, spicier character, or you can browse the full Swiss Arabian range for other options in a similar price bracket.

Our Take – Why We Stock Shaghaf Men

At Fragrance Coffer, Shaghaf Men is one of the fragrances we recommend most often to customers who want a fresh scent that does not disappear after two hours. The citrus opening handles Indian heat well, and the praline-and-woods base gives it enough substance to carry into the evening.

It is not a subtle fragrance. It projects strongly and the sweetness in the base is noticeable, so two or three sprays is usually the right amount. At its price, it is one of the better performing fresh fragrances available.

How to Wear Shaghaf Men

Apply 2–3 sprays on pulse points such as the neck, chest and wrists. This is a strong fragrance and over-application is easy — start light and add more only if you want a heavier presence.

It performs well in warm and humid weather thanks to the citrus and marine opening, while the sweet woody base makes it equally comfortable in cooler evenings. That range is one of its main strengths.

Why Buy Swiss Arabian Shaghaf from Fragrance Coffer

• 100% authentic Swiss Arabian products
• Sourced through verified distribution channels
• Genuine batch codes and sealed original packaging
• Fast pan-India shipping from our Lucknow store
• Secure packaging and reliable delivery
• Responsive WhatsApp customer support
• Competitive pricing and regular offers

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does Swiss Arabian Shaghaf smell like?
A: It opens fresh and citrusy with Chinese orange, lemon and lavender, moves into a spicy marine heart of cardamom, cinnamon and nagarmotha, and finishes on sweet praline, tolu balsam and dark woods. Fresh at the start, warm and lightly gourmand at the end.

Q: How long does Shaghaf Men last?
A: Around 8–10 hours on skin with strong projection in the first few hours. Performance is one of its main strengths, particularly at this price.

Q: Is Shaghaf Men good for Indian weather?
A: Yes. The citrus and marine opening keeps it comfortable in heat and humidity, and the woody base gives it enough weight for cooler evenings. It is one of the more versatile options for year-round wear in India.

Q: How is Shaghaf different from Shaghaf Amber Infusion?
A: Shaghaf Men is fresh and aquatic with a sweet woody base. Amber Infusion is spicy and ambery, opening on ginger and cardamom before vanilla, amber and leather. Shaghaf is the better daily and warm-weather option; Amber Infusion suits evenings and cooler months.

Q: When will Shaghaf Men be back in stock?
A: We restock regularly. Add your email to the waitlist above and we will notify you as soon as it arrives. You can also message us on WhatsApp for an estimated date.

Q: Is the Swiss Arabian Shaghaf sold by Fragrance Coffer genuine?
A: Yes. Every bottle is sourced through verified channels and checked for authenticity, including batch code verification, before dispatch.