Silver Shade

Silver Shade by Ajmal is a busy, many-sided scent that people describe as sweet, floral and citrus in equal measure, with woody and musky facets named by most and amber by a third. It dates from 2012 and is worn by anyone.

The citrus comes from bergamot, lemon and lime, a sharp, clean brightness, while black currant and plum add a darker, juicier fruit sweetness. The floral heart is classic: rose and jasmine for body, iris for a cool powdery softness, and violet leaf for a green, slightly metallic snap. Underneath, cedar and sandalwood give it a dry-then-creamy woody frame, tonka bean brings a warm, almond-like sweetness, and ambergris adds a salty, skin-like warmth. White musk and musk soften the finish, and a touch of civet gives it a faintly animal depth that keeps it from being too clean.

A versatile, rounded fragrance that moves from fruit and citrus to soft powder and musk, suited to anyone who likes a scent that does a bit of everything.

Silver Shade — unisex fragrance by Ajmal (released 2012). Notes: Ambergris, Bergamot, Black Currant, Cedar, Civet, Iris, Jasmine, Lemon, Lime, Musk, Plum, Rose, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Violet Leaf, White Musk. — Parfica open fragrance database