Encounters vs Jamila

Shared character

Both fragrances contain the same five core notes (benzoin, coriander, angelica, orange, Peru balsam) and are built on woody and animal accords, giving them a common underlying depth and animalic texture.

How they differ

Encounters and Jamila share the notes benzoin, coriander, angelica, orange and Peru balsam, and both carry woody and animal accords. Their scent profiles diverge after that point. Encounters adds rose, bergamot, cedarwood, sandalwood, cinnamon, lavender, ambergris, castoreum, blackcurrant, oud and orris butter, and is described with spicy, sweet and powdery accords. Jamila brings ylang‑ylang, oakmoss, vetiver, amber, jasmine (sambac), myrrh, iris and geranium leaf, and is characterised by oriental and resinous accords. Encounters has a community rating of 6.8; Jamila has no published scores.

Who each suits

Encounters is likely to appeal to wearers who favor a floral‑spicy‑sweet composition with powdery nuances and a strong woody‑animal backbone, such as those who enjoy rose‑centric, oud‑enhanced or aromatic‑spice blends. Jamila is suited to those who prefer an oriental‑resinous character with rich, earthy and floral elements—think fans of ylang‑ylang, jasmine, vetiver, amber and myrrh‑laden scents.