Lattafa Khamrah vs Asad vs Yara: Which One Is for You?
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Khamrah, Asad and Yara are three of Lattafa’s biggest sellers, and all three cost around $25 to $35. But they smell very different. Here is how they compare, and which one to pick.
The short answer
Pick Khamrah for a sweet, spicy date-and-praline scent that anyone can wear. Pick Asad for a bold, peppery, masculine scent. Pick Yara for a soft, creamy, feminine scent you can wear every day.
Side by side
| Khamrah | Asad | Yara | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | Women and men | Men | Women |
| Style | Amber spicy, gourmand | Amber spicy | Gourmand, fruity |
| Key notes | Cinnamon, dates, praline, vanilla | Black pepper, tobacco, coffee, amber | Heliotrope, orchid, tropical fruit, vanilla |
| Often compared to | Kilian Angels’ Share | Dior Sauvage Elixir | No single designer match |
| Best season | Autumn, winter | Autumn, winter | Spring, summer, everyday |
| Typical price | $31 to $36 | $26 to $31 | About $24 |
The three perfumes
1. Khamrah: dates, spice and praline
Unisex | Eau de Parfum | 2022
Top: Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Bergamot · Heart: Dates, Praline, Tuberose, Mahonial · Base: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amberwood, Benzoin, Myrrh, Akigalawood
Warm cinnamon and nutmeg, sticky dates and praline over vanilla and tonka. Often compared to Kilian Angels’ Share. Best on cool evenings.
2. Asad: pepper, tobacco and coffee
Men | Eau de Parfum | 2021
Top: Black Pepper, Pineapple, Tobacco · Heart: Coffee, Patchouli, Iris · Base: Amber, Vanilla, Dry Woods, Benzoin, Labdanum
Black pepper and tobacco open, then coffee and iris, drying down to amber and vanilla. Often compared to Dior Sauvage Elixir.
3. Yara: creamy tropical sweetness
Women | Eau de Parfum | 2020
Top: Heliotrope, Orchid, Tangerine · Heart: Gourmand Accord, Tropical Fruits · Base: Vanilla, Musk, Sandalwood
Heliotrope, orchid and tangerine with a creamy gourmand heart and soft vanilla musk. Parfumo users rate its longevity 6.8 out of 10.
Which one should you buy?
- You love sweet, cosy scents: Khamrah
- You want something bold and masculine: Asad
- You want a light, pretty everyday scent: Yara
- Buying a gift and unsure: Khamrah, since it works for both men and women
Going deeper? Read Khamrah vs Khamrah Qahwa, Asad vs Sauvage Elixir, Yara vs Yara Tous vs Yara Moi and our best Lattafa perfumes.
FAQ
Which is better, Khamrah or Asad?
Neither is simply better. Khamrah is sweeter and more gourmand with dates and praline, and is worn by both men and women. Asad is spicier and darker with pepper, tobacco and coffee, and is marketed to men.
Is Lattafa Yara for men or women?
Yara is marketed to women. It is a sweet, creamy scent with tropical fruit and vanilla.
Which Lattafa perfume is best for summer?
Of these three, Yara is the lightest and easiest in warm weather. Khamrah and Asad are richer and suit cooler months.
