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Ta'if (EDP)

2004

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Versions Timeline

2004

Ta'if (Original Release)

Price Range
$290 – $330

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Geza Schoen

"Ta'if EDP is a rose-centered niche fragrance by Ormonde Jayne inspired by the Arabian town of Ta'if and its celebrated rose. Its structure opens with pink pepper, saffron, and dates, giving the fragrance a spicy-sweet introduction that feels opulent rather than sugary. The heart is floral and luminous, built around rose with freesia, orange flower, and jasmine adding lift and polish. In the base, amber and broom create a warm, textured finish, and current brand listings also reference vanilla in the deeper drydown. Overall, the fragrance is known for marrying Middle Eastern rose-and-spice richness with polished British restraint. Since its 2004 debut, it has remained one of the better-known rose compositions in the Ormonde Jayne portfolio."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter
Spring

Ideal Weather

Mild
Cold
Dry

Moods

Alluring
Elegant
Luxurious
Romantic
Sophisticated
Warm

Occasions

Date
Dinner
Formal
Night Out
Daily Use

Fun Facts

Ta'if is named after the Saudi Arabian city famous for its prized Ta'if roses.

Basenotes credits both Geza Schoen and Linda Pilkington in connection with the fragrance.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
SpicyFruityFloralFreshOrientalSweetResinous

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

pink pepper
saffron
dates
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

taif rose
freesia
jasmine
orange blossom
orange flower absolute
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

amber
broom
ugandan vanilla absolute

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
70%

Strong

Reviews Summary

“Ta'if is generally experienced as an intoxicating, audacious rose fragrance with a spicy opening, a rich floral heart, and a warm ambered drydown. Its character is bold, polished, and sophisticated rather than soft or understated, with dates and saffron adding depth to the rose-centered profile.”

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