The difference in plain words West Side and Musc Shamal are very similar; both have Rose , Vanilla and Amber . West Side leans more floral , while Musc Shamal leans aldehydic .
Longer lasting About the same
Stronger projection About the same
Better perceived value About the same
More of a night scent Musc Shamal
Accords ? Accord A blend of notes the nose perceives as one unified smell - like a chord made of musical notes. More in Learn → ● West Side ● Musc Shamal Rose Musky Powdery Fresh Vanilla Amber Woody Floral Only in West Side: Peony · Ylang-Ylang · Sandalwood
Only in Musc Shamal: Aldehydes · Citruses · Jasmine · Cedar
Community votes West Side ← · → Musc Shamal
Metrics 0–100, with delta Sillage / projection? Projection How far the scent radiates from your skin while you stand still. The 'sillage / projection' votes on fragrance pages blend the two, so read them as overall reach. More in Learn → ≈ even 