Ta'if
sweet up front, then rose, settling into soft spicy.
About
Ta'if by Ormonde Jayne is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Ta'if was launched in 2004. The nose behind this fragrance is Geza Schoen. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Dates and Saffron; middle notes are Taif Rose, Freesia, Jasmine and Orange Blossom; base notes are Amber and Broom.…
Nose: Geza Schoen
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Ormonde Jayne picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Ta'if smell like?
sweet up front, then rose, settling into soft spicy. Dominant accords: sweet, rose, soft spicy.
What notes are in Ta'if?
Top: Pink Pepper, Dates, Saffron. Heart: Taif Rose, Freesia, Jasmine, Orange Blossom. Base: Amber, Broom.
How long does Ta'if last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Ta'if loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Ta'if best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Ta'if?
Day wear leads at 59%. Night is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Ta'if for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 44% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Ta'if?
Composed by Geza Schoen. Released in 2004.
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