Swiss Arabian
Swiss Arabian Hawa Extrait de Parfum
A rich oriental floral of ylang-ylang, cardamom and amber musk, part of Swiss Arabian's Waaw collection, best suited to cooler evenings.
Swiss Arabian Hawa Extrait de Parfum is a rich oriental floral built around ylang-ylang, cardamom and a warm amber-musk base, created by perfumer Christian Provenzano.
What does Hawa smell like?
Hawa opens with ylang-ylang, cardamom, mandarin orange, plum and bergamot, a fruity-floral entrance with a spicy edge. The heart moves into jasmine, cashmeran, orange blossom and rose, keeping the floral side rich rather than sweet. The base is where it earns its intensity: myrrh, patchouli, musk, sandalwood, ambergris, vanilla, oakmoss and cedar combine into a warm, resinous finish that lasts well into the evening.
- Top notes: Ylang-Ylang, Cardamom, Mandarin Orange, Plum, Bergamot
- Heart notes: Jasmine, Cashmeran, Orange Blossom, Rose
- Base notes: Myrrh, Patchouli, Musk, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Oakmoss, Cedar
Performance and when to wear it
Hawa is typically long-lasting on skin, with the resinous amber base carrying it well past the working day. It suits cooler evenings and autumn or winter wear in South Africa, where its density feels appropriate rather than overpowering. Reviewers note the opening can be intense, so starting with one or two sprays is a sensible approach.
Who is it for?
Hawa suits women who like dense, oriental florals with real staying power, rather than a light daytime scent. Anyone drawn to rich amber-musk fragrances with a spicy floral heart will find Hawa a satisfying, well-built option from Swiss Arabian's Waaw line.
At a glance
Hawa by Swiss Arabian — Oriental – Oriental Floral. Launched 2021. Created by Christian Provenzano. Price in South Africa: R899. Best for: morning commute, weekend brunch, date night, black tie evening.
- Scent profile
- Oriental – Oriental Floral
- Launched
- 2021
- Perfumer
- Christian Provenzano
- Price in South Africa
- R899
- Gender
- Feminine
- Best for
- Morning Commute, Weekend Brunch, Date Night, Black Tie Evening
Main Accords
Fragrance Pyramid
How this scent unfolds on your skin
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.”
Black Tie Evening
“When the invitation says formal — this is what you reach for.”
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This Scent Is For
Warm & enveloping — leaves an unforgettable impression.
Scent Mood
Peak season: ❄️ Winter (100%)
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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.
How to Layer Hawa
Combine Hawa with these partners to create something new. Spray the heavier scent first, let it settle, then add the accent on top. These are note-based suggestions — a great starting point to experiment with.
Layer Hawa with
Swiss Arabian InaraHow: 3-4 sprays of Swiss Arabian Hawa on chest and clothing as the base, then 1-2 sprays of Swiss Arabian Inara on the neck and wrists to lift the top.
Result: Inara shares bergamot, cedar, jasmine with Hawa, so the pairing deepens the dry-down without fighting for attention.
Layer Hawa with
Lattafa Yara CandyHow: 3-4 sprays of Swiss Arabian Hawa on chest and clothing as the base, then 1-2 sprays of Lattafa Yara Candy on the neck and wrists to lift the top.
Result: Sweet candy-fruity floral builds on Hawa's base, giving it more sweetness and projection for evening wear.
AI Review Summary
Synthesised from fragrance data
Hawa is a richly built oriental floral that earns its extrait de parfum status — the ylang-ylang and cardamom opening has real presence, softened by a lush heart of jasmine, rose and orange blossom before a deeply resinous base of myrrh, patchouli, ambergris and vanilla takes over and anchors everything beautifully. It's the kind of fragrance that rewards patience, because that base is where Hawa truly comes into its own. Reviewers note the opening can feel intense, so one or two sprays on pulse points is genuinely the smarter approach rather than going heavy-handed. It's best suited to cooler Highveld evenings or Cape winter nights, where the density feels considered rather than overwhelming. If you're drawn to fragrances with real weight and staying power — think rich amber-musk with a spicy floral soul — Hawa is a well-crafted option that delivers well beyond its price point.
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