A generous citrus opening gets this going: bergamot, Amalfi lemon, orange and mandarin all at once, bright and fizzy and slightly sweet, closer to freshly squeezed juice than to a sharp cologne. It does not last long, which is the nature of that much citrus, but it makes a good first impression. The heart is where the fragrance shows its era. Pineapple and kiwi bring a tropical fruitiness, blackcurrant adds tartness, and water lily, jasmine and freesia layer a soft, clean floral over the top. It is the fruity-floral structure that dominated women's perfumery in the 2000s, executed competently rather than innovatively. The base then softens everything: musk and vanilla for warmth, Virginia cedar and sandalwood for a dry woody finish that keeps the fruit from feeling juvenile all the way through.
This is a daytime fragrance for people who like to smell fresh and cheerful. Office wear, shopping, lunch, warm weather generally. It is easy company and unlikely to bother anyone in a shared space, which is exactly its purpose. It reads clearly feminine and works across a wide age range, though its style will feel familiar rather than current to anyone who follows new releases.
No clone claim attaches to Emotion, and none should. It predates the current wave of Middle Eastern homage fragrances and belongs to Rasasi's older tradition of making its own compositions in a Western style.
Performance is moderate. Five to seven hours is typical, and the projection is concentrated in the opening ninety minutes before it moves close to the skin, which is normal for a citrus-led fruity floral. Five or six sprays is sensible. Its 3.83 average from around 300 Fragrantica ratings reflects a small, quiet following rather than a fashionable one, and the reviews are generally warm without being effusive. Buy it as a pleasant, well-made everyday fruity floral and nothing more. Do not buy it expecting the projection or the distinctiveness of the newer Gulf releases, because it comes from a different era and a different intention entirely.
At a glance
Rasasi Emotion by Rasasi — Floral – Floral Fruity. Launched 2010. Longevity 6–10 hrs. Sillage moderate. Price in South Africa: R198. Best for: morning commute, weekend brunch, date night, power meeting.
- Scent profile
- Floral – Floral Fruity
- Launched
- 2010
- Longevity
- 6–10 hrs
- Sillage
- Moderate
- Price in South Africa
- R198
- Gender
- Feminine
- Best for
- Morning Commute, Weekend Brunch, Date Night, Power Meeting
Performance
Marathon runner — lasts all day, stays close to skin.
✍️ Did You Know?
- •Rasasi was founded in 1979 by Abdul Razzak Kalsekar from a single shop in Deira's Murshid Bazar, Dubai, making it one of the oldest of the modern Gulf perfume houses
- •The company opened its first Jebel Ali manufacturing plant in 1986 for oud oil production and now operates around 16,000 square metres of factory space across three sites
- •Emotion predates the current Middle Eastern clone boom and carries no dupe claim, reflecting Rasasi's older practice of building original Western-style compositions
- •Rated 3.83 from roughly 300 Fragrantica votes, a small and long-established following rather than a trend-driven one
- •Rasasi now trades in 90-plus countries through more than 165 showrooms, with the business still run by the founding family
Main Accords
Fragrance Pyramid
How this scent unfolds on your skin
Base Notes
Community Opinions
Wear It When
Morning Commute
“A spritz before you leave — fresh enough to wake you up, polished enough for the boardroom.”
Weekend Brunch
“Sun-dappled café tables, iced lattes, and effortless charm.”
Date Night
“Candlelight, slow conversation, and a scent trail that draws them closer.”
Power Meeting
“Quiet confidence in a bottle. Let the work speak — the fragrance just underlines it.”
Drag the knobs to explore
This Scent Is For
Graceful by day, captivating by evening.
Scent Mood
Peak season: 🌸 Spring (100%)
Spr
Sum
Aut
Win
📖 Related Reading
More from Rasasi
If You Like Rasasi Emotion…
Fragrances that share a similar scent profile, notes, or character.
Layer It With
Curated scent pairings to build a signature from Rasasi Emotion. Each combination is vetted by perfumers, editors, and community.
Most layer-able scent in the JM range — adds saline-herbal lift to almost anything. Limited solo performance.
Personalises any sweeter scent — makes it read as 'you, but better' rather than perfumed.
The winter weight for summer signatures.
Adds chestnut-vanilla warmth and smoke to lighter scents — converts a daytime signature into something evening-ready in cold weather.
Layering Tip
Spray the heavier scent first, then the lighter one on top. Start with two scents — more than three quickly becomes muddled. Always test on skin first.
AI Review Summary
Synthesised from fragrance data
Rasasi Emotion is a bright, easy-wearing citrus floral that opens with a lively burst of lemon, mandarin and bergamot before settling into a juicy tropical heart of kiwi, pineapple and jasmine — feminine and cheerful without being cloying. The dry-down is where it earns its keep, with musk, vanilla and sandalwood lending a creamy, softly woody warmth that feels polished rather than heavy. Performance is decent for the price point, with good longevity and a moderate sillage that keeps things personal rather than overpowering. It's a solid grab for spring and summer days — particularly well-suited to the office or a casual lunch where you want to smell put-together without making a statement. At its accessible price, it's a reliable everyday option for fans of fruity florals, though those seeking something with real complexity or longevity may find it a touch straightforward.
Customer Reviews
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience with Rasasi Emotion