Opulent Musk

Ok so, I'm not sure what this is supposed to be duping. The reviews constantly seems divided. So if we're going strictly 540,I'll review that. I have the dossier version of 540 and I constantly hear about how similar those two are. While there is minor differences. To put it lightly, I HAAAATE the 540 dossier dupe. If the dossier fragrance is what 540 even remotely smells like, then I don't want it. To me,the dossier version smells like you're sitting in a clean dentists office, and you get whiffs of someone who's been smoking. It's disgusting. It smells dusty, medicinal and ashy. So I've been on the lookout for other dupes, just to see how I truly feel. And oh man. This is what I HAD WISHED the 540 dossier dupe was! It's floral, musky, definitely some funky oud and some clean citrus. I don't get that ashyness I got from the dossier one. This one to me,is way more wearable and likeable. This is a full bodied musk, but still manages to be light,and airy. This also, smells raw,real and quite natural. You're gonna have to love unique smells,and funky ouds to like this one. Compared to a lot of fragrances, this is very easy to wear in my opinion, and would be really great for layering. I think this would shine beautifully in the spring, for sure. ............................................................. Side note, out of all the opulent line. I'll give a quick little opinion for each one. Opulent musk- most fresh, most clean, good amount of citrus. And the most amount of saffron. It's fresh but still has this animalic quality. Opulent Red - The most unique and most strange. It doesn't smell like anything I own. Least safe blind buy. Opulent Oud - The most dark, the most rich, the most amount of oud and sweetness. Opulent blue Oud - The easiest to wear, and the least funky. Minimal oud. Very aquatic. Very mass appealing in my opinion.

JoeyTaylor and Midifire hit the spot on this one. 'Opulent Musk' is NOT a clone of 540 but of 'Precious Oud'/'Amber Fever'/'Instant Crush' by Mancera. As in... it's closer to the Mancera-inspired perfumes, not MFK. I've had at least 3/3 of those perfumes in one point of my life. Firstly, this isn't a fresh scent at all... Looking at the note pyramid I feel there are some missing facets. There is something slightly skanky and animalic in the mid notes, possibly synthetic oud to be honest. Luckily, I don't get the cat pee. This starts off citrusy-sweet saffron (no orange like in 540) and immediately starts to dry down musky-slightly skanky then in the COMPLETE dry down the skankiness disappears. The signature saffron is present all the way. Honestly it smells like a super masculine instant crush! This is actually surprisingly strong with a pleasant silage...the first time I wore this after 3 hours I received a compliment from a stranger (female) outside saying I smelled heavenly. She immediately asked for the name of the scent. Even though I don't NEED this (and I do prefer instant crush/amber fever), I definitely can say this is a winner for me, recommend you try it out!

This is so complex but really good! It smells like a rich lady and is in the same category as BR540 or instant crush. BUT the first time I opened and sprayed it, the top notes smelled like hay/leather, which I’ve read a lot on here. This is actually a very common smell for saffron. Sometimes it’s sweet sometimes leathery/medicinal. But after this Perfume “macerated” (after about a week) it turned into such a beautiful sweet musky resinous amber scent which does smell kind of like BR540. The heavy saffron toned down a lot after the perfume has been “opened” and left a gorgeous sweet and airy fragrance. Nonetheless it’s a fragrance on it’s own because it has a different kind of saffron note that blends with the musk in a very interesting unique way. But people around you and yourself won’t really smell that saffron too much. The musk, amber and resin are really sweet and outdo the saffron a lot when you smell this perfume out of the air, which is what you’ll be doing, when you are wearing it and as it creates a scent bubble. Not a safe blind buy but I wish people would give it a second chance after it stood on the shelf for a little while.

I’m addicted to this perfume! Wasn’t sure it would be right for me as I am bored with the Baccarat Rouge DNA. There are shades of BR but it’s no dupe. Opulent Musk is its own thing. But guys, you must train your nose to recognize and appreciate saffron. The ‘gasoline’ vibe? It’s saffron. Smells ‘medicinal?’ It’s saffron. If you’re going to enjoy Middle East perfumes, then wrap your mind around saffron because it’s magical when given a minute to settle on the skin. Because of lemon in the top note, Opulent Musk has a brightness about it that makes it perfect for year around wear. But the lemon takes a back seat quickly and allows the deeper notes of jasmine and amber to shine. Cedar mixed with the fir note create a deep and interesting base that is unique from mainstream musks. This perfume makes me feel happy and...free. An affordable gem - highly recommended!

I love love this scent. This has a Similar DNA to Baccarat Rouge 540 but its definitely not a Dupe. This has some Citrus to it in the opening notes and a lot of musk which gives this a character of its own. I also get some incense in it? This is more of an inspired fragrance however can be assumed to be baccarat by anyone not too familiar with it. the longevity is Insane! Beast mode projection for the first hour then settles into arm length for the subsequent 7. Lasts Days on clothes. Definitely unisex and a compliment magnet and works great for the day and equally at night. It doesn't have a middle eastern DNA but may come off a little Spicy. This is NOT a safe blind Buy, as I don't think this scent is for everyone. Did not get any of the gasoline I've seen in lots of this comments. Layer this with Soft by Al Rehab, You will looooove it!

(tested on clean skin, no lotion, 3 spritzes) One of the original creations of Lattafa, I would say this really fits the brand. For those who are clean musk enthusiasts like me, I would really recommend trying out one of these "dirty" musk perfumes if you haven't already. It is very beautifully done and gives musk a whole new personality. Very raw, pheromonic and sensual rather than clean laundry feel. I could see this being more male-leaning, as most women would prefer to go for more refined, elegant musks. But it is still a unisex perfume at it's core. Long lasting scent and strong projection. If you spray this on fabric, I am sure it will never ever EVER go away, so if you dont like this perfume, be aware of that. I do like the subtle floral and citrus notes that helps balance out the heavy wood notes.

The opening is really abhorrent, you really feel like you made a mistake when you first try this. But as it settles and dries (the wet state of this perfume is absolutely horrifying let me underline that fact extensively) the BR and the musk-citrus combo start to waft out, and it works exceptionally better on skin. I would be delighted if this gets sweeter with maturation and the lemon (which to me is the real culprit on the acrid urinal-cake opening) starts degrading and let the musk and the BR combo really speak, because they have something to say. Not really strong on the fir resin, which i would have liked. Do not stick your nose in, and you’ll see good results in the air. For now Ana Abiyed Rouge stays winning, let’s see how this develops.

I love this perfume. A lot of people complain about the opening, but honestly, I’ve noticed that most Arab perfumes have a very strong opening, especially budget ones like Lattafa, Ahmed, and similar brands. That said, it’s definitely unisex. However, if you’re someone who loves very sweet, floral scents, this probably isn’t for you. It leans more woody, and the musk isn’t a clean, laundry-type musk. It’s more earthy. To me, it feels a bit like BR540, but more grounded and earthy. The dry-down is actually very pleasing a powdery, woody musk that feels smooth and wearable. It lasts a long time, and the projection is moderate. People will smell it when they’re close to you, but it’s not overpowering or extreme.

This is an Exact dupe of tiziana terenzi spirito fiorentino, I get why people says it’s dupe for BR540, because tiziana terenzi spirito fiorentino have the same vibe as the BR540, and even though people says it’s a dupe but it’s not this is the dupe of tiziana terenzi spirito fiorentino with a hint of tiziana terenzi Kirke on the background, from the first sniff I was like I know what is this I ran to my room smelled BR540 no , extrait nope , tiziana terenzi spirito fiorentino absolutely and Kirke, performance is good it smells expensive very expensive instead of $200 you only pay $30-$35 so it’s a steal and a hidden gem if you like those mysterious fragrance this one is for you !

I can see the initial similarities to BR and Spirito Fiorentino. That bright transparent burnt sugar and saffron note which I love (no iodine or medicinal tone for me). It feels much more floral to me almost like there’s Ylang (although none in the notes)...which lends that big fat floral aura without it really resembling an individually discernible floral note. I also get a punch of non-animalic suede which feels very similar to that in TF White Suede. The top notes linger and blur with the midnotes which is lovely. The soft musk like NR for her line and the cedar smells on my skin like a warm dry sandalwood. This is truly gorgeous.

I just got mine in the mail today. First I'll say that this is absolutely a safe blind buy. I have 2 other opulent fragrances I have the blue oud which was my favorite and the opulent oud. This one is everything I love about the dry down of the blue oud. The fresh powdery, semi sweet, slightly woody essence. To be honest this is very calming for some reason. It makes me think of fresh linen in a log cabin lol. Like the other 2 opulent fragrances I own which I found at Burlington for 15 dollars this one I found on Amazon for around the same price. Definitely worth every penny and if by chance I run out I'm getting another bottle.

So far Lattafa has produced two fragrances with the BR540 DNA - Ana Abiyedh Rouge and Opulent Musk. While Ana Abiyedh Rouge is fruity, sweeter and linear (it's a beauty, by the way), Opulent Musk develops in stages through the wear. There is a point in the dry-down where I am getting Jo Malone's Oud & Bergamot vibes, which only makes this fragrance all the more lovable. There is more depth here, and yet again this fragrance house boggles the mind with the quality they produce at such low prices. Opulent Musk is $20, but easily worth ten times that. This is smooth, tangy, sweet, musky, chic and so comforting. Love it💖

This is a great affordable gem. The musk is balanced with prominent notes of amber and saffron. I don't find this to smell anything like Baccarat Rouge. There may be a slight similarity but they're distant cousins. However, I do find this to be quite close to Amber Fever by Mancera. I own Amber Fever and decided that they are too similar to own both. If I had known I would've saved money and only purchased Opulent Musk. The bottle itself is nice and appealing to the eye. Performance is good. Great year around scent. Longevity:8.5 /10 Projection: 7/10 Overall Experience: 8.5/10

Citrusy, musky and woody fragrance with a hint of saffron that makes it rich and precious. This one softly envelops the one wearing with the floral vibes along with lemon to balance the sweetness and musk, wood, and cedar to give it a mysterious and confident feel. Longevity is long lasting and the silage is gentle. This one smell really expensive, luxurious and outstanding. The best part is the way it develops in stages throughout the day. Such a lovable juice in a cute bottle. Overall, a tangy, smooth, musky, sweet and chic that is very comforting and adorable. Stunning!

Opulent Musk is a beautiful citrus/musk/woody fragrance which has a nice saffron addition to it. Its richness is easy to wear both for day-to-day or an evening out with friends. Softly enveloping, here are some florals, but the main combo is the lemon with musk and cedar wood. Long lasting with quite a gentle sillage, this is more of a traditionally Western fragrance than the house's better known oud offerings. As a big fan of several of Lattafa's other perfumes, I have to say that with Opulent Musk, they deliver once again. Highly recommended.

A pleasant fragrance. The balance of musk, and wood is perfect. The white florals floating in the background lift the fragrance from becoming too dense... and the resins plus amber round out the scent with just a touch of rich sweetness. Really nice fragrance that can be worn in warm or cool weather. Hot weather makes the fragrance a bit too heavy, and super cold doesn't seem to lift the fragrance enough to give it justice... so I recommend mild weather either cool or warm. I think this could be dressed up, or dressed down and casual.

Someone else said it perfectly, this is an earthy musk, not a laundry musk. Yet it's still so soft. It's unisex, but soft. Makes me feel cozy when I wear it. I enjoy it on its own, but I also use it for layering. I think it's going to be a staple on my perfume tray. It's intimate on my skin, just shy of arm's length, but enhances what it's layered with. It lasts a solid 6 hours noticably, and even longer on clothes. As it stands, I give it a happy 9/10. If it were just a hair stronger, it would be a 10/10.

I am shocked this had so many negative reviews. I work in a department store that carries mfk br540 and this is a really solid version of that DNA for the price. It actually reminds me of a combination of br540 and kurky from the same line. The initial is a little medicinal but it dried down almost instantly and becomes a dreamy beautiful musk. Can be layered to add some depth and intrigue to other fragrances. Absolutely worth the buy.

Some people may really hate this and yes it took me some time to understand this fragrance. To me it smells like pure leather. Like if you buy a leather purse even that theres no leather note. So its not sweet or anything so its a unisex fragrance. I dont think people would tell that you wear fragrance they would just think its your leather bag. It does smell very very expensive. I love mixing this with simple vanilla fragrances..

This was a blind buy and I didn't like it very much at the beginning. There was something that smelled like a dentist's office or a clinic or something the first time I sprayed it, and I did not enjoy that. But now... I'm in love! This is such a gorgeous perfume. It reminds me of something from when I was little, I just can't pinpoint what exactly it is. Maybe the mall in Makkah in front of the Grand Mosque?