Rahaba

Rahaba Rahaba Review: A Creamy Oriental Floral Fantasy

Anfas's 2017 unisex masterpiece blends fruity gin, opulent roses, and a rich, creamy base.

By James Whitmore, Fragrance News Reporter · · Updated

James covers releases, brand news, and industry shifts in fine fragrance. Former beauty desk editor; trained nose since 2014.

Released in 2017 by the niche house Anfas, Rahaba Rahaba stands as a bold and intricate unisex fragrance from perfumer Christian Carbonnel. It presents a compelling journey from a bright, effervescent opening to a deeply comforting, opulent dry down. The fragrance defies simple categorization, weaving together fruity, floral, and oriental threads into a cohesive and memorable tapestry. At its core, Rahaba Rahaba is an exploration of textural contrast. It begins with a sparkling, almost playful top before settling into a heart of grand, romantic florals, all anchored by a profoundly creamy, sweet, and resinous base. This evolution makes it a fragrance of substance and intrigue, designed for those who appreciate a scent that develops and reveals new facets over many hours. As a luxury extrait and Eau de Parfum offering, Rahaba Rahaba positions itself in the upper echelon of niche perfumery. Its performance and compositional complexity justify its position, offering a wearing experience that is both immersive and long-lasting.
4.2 Overall
Longevity
0.0
Projection
0.0
Sillage
0.0
$180-$270
๐ŸŒธSpringโ˜€๏ธSummer๐Ÿ‚Fallโ„๏ธWinter

Accords

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Notes Pyramid

Top
PineappleGinOrange
Heart
Damask roseGrasse roseIris
Base
SandalwoodAlmondAmberTonka beanVanillaTolu balm

Performance Dashboard

โฑ๏ธ Longevity 0.0/5

๐Ÿ“ข Projection 0.0/5

๐Ÿ’จ Sillage 0.0/5

When to Wear

๐ŸŒธSpringOK
โ˜€๏ธSummerAvoid
๐Ÿ‚FallBest
โ„๏ธWinterBest
๐Ÿ“Œ Evening wearโœจ Special occasions๐Ÿ“Œ Intimate gatherings๐Ÿ“Œ Cold-weather daytime

Community Verdict

โญ Overall
4.2
โฑ๏ธ Longevity
4.0
๐Ÿ’จ Sillage
3.8
๐Ÿ’ฐ Value
4.1
๐Ÿ’Œ Compliment Factor 0.0/5

Pros & Cons

  • โœ… Exceptional longevity and sillage
  • โœ… Complex and evolving scent profile
  • โœ… High-quality, rich ingredients
  • โœ… True unisex appeal
  • โŒ Can be too heavy or sweet for hot weather
  • โŒ Premium price point
  • โŒ The creamy almond/tonka base may not appeal to all

Price & Value

$180-$270

“While positioned at a luxury niche price point, the exceptional materials, complexity, and above-average performance offer good value for the dedicated enthusiast.”

๐Ÿ“œ Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported.

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๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

Rahaba Rahaba is a masterful and opulent composition from Christian Carbonnel that successfully blends fruity freshness, grand florals, and a supremely creamy oriental base. Its standout performance and rich, evolving character make it a worthy investment for lovers of bold, unisex scents, particularly ideal for cooler climates and evening wear. It is a fragrance that commands attention and provides lasting comfort.

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