Dream Of Haze

This fragrance centers on an aromatic and spicy profile. It opens with cooling mint and a sweet, smoky apple shisha accord, which transitions into a heart of cinnamon and lavender. The base relies on amber and tonka bean to provide a warm, gourmand foundation that feels inviting and modern for night wear.

The opening is immediate, featuring a crisp mint blast paired with that signature apple shisha note. As it settles, the sharp green edges recede. The dry-down becomes much creamier and sweeter, where the cinnamon and lavender notes merge with the patchouli and tonka bean to create a smooth, cozy amber-forward scent on the skin.

Most wearers find this to be a long-lasting fragrance. On typical skin chemistry, it easily reaches the six to eight-hour mark. If applied to clothing, you will notice the lingering cinnamon and tonka notes well into the next day. It performs very well in cooler temperatures, which helps maintain its longevity.

Yes, this perfume has strong projection, particularly in the first two hours. It creates a noticeable scent trail that works well in open spaces or evening social gatherings. It is potent enough to be noticed without needing to spray heavily, so start with two or three sprays to avoid overwhelming those nearby.

Due to the heavy use of warm spices like cinnamon and deep base notes like amber and tonka, this is definitely a cooler weather fragrance. It shines during autumn and winter nights. It may feel too heavy or cloying in high heat or humid summer climates, where the sweet elements can become too intense.

It is generally better suited for social occasions, date nights, or parties rather than a professional office environment. The intense apple shisha and spice notes are quite outgoing and may be too bold for quiet, confined spaces. Save this one for when you want your presence to be felt.

Many users note a distinct similarity between the two. They both share a sweet, spicy DNA often associated with modern clubbing fragrances. If you already own a bottle of 9pm Elixir, this might feel redundant in your collection. However, some find the apple note here slightly more prominent in the opening.

Marketed as unisex, it sits right in the middle. It leans slightly masculine due to the aromatic lavender and herbal artemisia, but the sweet tonka and amber notes give it enough softness for anyone who enjoys bold, spicy scents. If you like sweet-spicy blends, gender labels should not stop you.

Lattafa is known for presentation, and this fragrance follows that trend with a solid, heavy-metal feeling bottle. It feels much more expensive than its actual retail price. The packaging adds a premium feel to the experience, making it a decent option for gifting if you know the person likes gourmand-style scents.

Like many fragrances from this house, users often suggest letting the bottle sit for a few weeks after the first spray. Maceration, or simply allowing air to interact with the liquid, can help the spicy notes blend more smoothly and often improves the overall performance and depth of the scent over time.