What does it smell like?
It smells mostly fruity and leather. Fruity notes and spicy notes at the top, agarwood (oud) and carnation in the middle and leather and balsamic notes at the base.
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- winter
Shahama notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
A closer look at Matin Martin Shahama EDP
Matin Martin is the house behind Shahama EDP. It comes as Eau de Parfum.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja unisex spreads further.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €86. That puts it in the middle price range.
Other Matin Martin perfumes
The house has 3 perfumes here, led by Jameela and Miral.
Shahama longevity
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja unisex and The Spirit of Dubai Diwan unisex last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like leather and balsamic notes are the part that stays longest on the skin.
For work or for evenings
It works better at night than in the day, so it is a good pick for evenings, dinners and going out. Its leather side feels cosy and rich after dark.
Best season for Shahama
The best time of year to wear it is winter. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: winter, fall, spring and summer. Its warm smell feels best when the weather is cold.
Perfumes that smell like Shahama
Similar picks to try: Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja unisex (3 shared notes), The Spirit of Dubai Diwan unisex (6 shared notes), Philipp Plein Parfums Philipp Plein No Limits (3 shared notes) and The Woods Collection Royal Night (3 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Philipp Plein Parfums Philipp Plein No Limits starts from €66.
More questions
Who would like Shahama?
People who enjoy fruity and leather smells.
Can women wear Shahama?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.