Liwa opens with a striking herbaceous-spicy punch courtesy of artemisia and saffron, softened by bright jasmine and bergamot. It smells simultaneously green and warm, herbaceous yet luxurious—not imme...
**Performance is exceptional**: as an Extrait, Liwa delivers longevity that carries through a full day and into the next morning on many wearers, with sillage that projects without overwhelming—typically 2 sprays is the sweet spot.
**Most valued in cooler months**: fall and winter enthusiasts gravitate toward Liwa for evening and night occasions where its warm, spiced-oriental profile shines; summer wear is rarely recommended due to the heaviness of the composition.
**Praised for complexity and restraint**: the fragrance wins admirers for its ability to shift and evolve rather than remain static, with particular enthusiasm from oud lovers who appreciate its depth without the one-note intensity some oud fragrances can have.
**Compared to other luxury orientals**: while Liwa draws parallels to Baccarat Rouge 540 in its sweet drydown and to Widian 71 Extreme in its saffron-driven character, it's considered distinct and more complex than either, justifying its status as underrated within the Widian line.
**Slight gender fluidity perception**: initial wearer notes suggest the opening reads slightly feminine due to jasmine and florals, but the composition settles into a unisex-masculine warmth as it develops, making it genuinely wearable across gender lines.
