Colonia Oud Eau de Toilette bottle Colonia Oud
Edt Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2012 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Enigma Trois Eau de Toilette bottle Enigma Trois
Our Verdict

Colonia Oud and Enigma Trois both aim for a citrus-oud-leather profile but diverge in execution. Colonia Oud, from a more established house, is pricier and boasts potentially better performance, though its reception is mixed. Enigma Trois, a newer, budget-friendly option, offers a bolder, more challenging take on the same theme. The key difference lies in the overall balance: Colonia Oud leans towards a fresher, more wearable oud, while Enigma Trois pushes the boundaries with a more animalic and unconventional blend. If you want something safer, go with Colonia Oud. If you want something unique, go with Enigma Trois.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Colonia Oud if...
  • You prefer a more refined and classic oud fragrance.
  • You want a fragrance from a well-known brand.
  • You want a fragrance that is easier to wear and more mass-appealing.
Choose Enigma Trois if...
  • You enjoy unique, challenging, and daring fragrances.
  • You want a budget-friendly alternative.
  • You want a fragrance with a strong citrus presence.
Our Verdict - Colonia Oud
A divisive oud, this one. Some reckon it's a masterpiece of fresh, approachable oud-leather with beastly performance, while others find it unremarkable, lacking oud, or just a bit too much. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Enigma Trois
A divisive yet intriguing take on citrus and oud. If you are after something distinctive and don't mind a bit of a challenge, this budget-friendly scent punches above its weight. Not for everyone, but those who 'get it' will appreciate its unique character.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 41% 29%
Floral 4% 1%
Fruity 7% 3%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 10% 7%
Warm 3% 16%
Woody 21% 21%
Earthy 12% 8%
Animalic 18% 30%
Fresh 20% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Colonia Oud EdT
Enigma Trois EdT

Notes

Only in Colonia Oud
Bergamot 54% Orange 46%
Only in Enigma Trois
Citrus 100%
Shared Notes
Leather 30% vs 62%
Musk 17% vs 37%

Accords

Colonia Oud Enigma Trois
100%
Woody
82%
92%
Citrus
100%
75%
Aromatic
94%
78%
Leather
84%
83%
Oud
73%
Fresh
65%
64%
Fresh Spicy
52%
57%
Animalic
58%
49%
Balsamic
56%
54%
Powdery
46%
Musky
46%
Woody shared
100%
82%
Citrus shared
92%
100%
Aromatic shared
75%
94%
Leather shared
78%
84%
Oud shared
83%
73%
65%
Fresh Spicy shared
64%
52%
Animalic shared
57%
58%
Balsamic shared
49%
56%
54%
Musky shared
46%
46%

Performance

Colonia Oud Enigma Trois
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Colonia Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its potent performance and sophisticated oud-leather profile make it ideal for formal occasions and dates. While some find it office-friendly due to its 'clean' oud, its intensity means you'd want to go easy on the sprays in a professional setting. Not at all suited for sport due to its rich, heavy nature.

Enigma Trois

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold, statement-making character, driven by strong oud and leather accords, makes it less suitable for office wear. However, its impressive longevity makes it a good fit for dates and evenings out, where its unique blend can truly shine.

Where to buy

Colonia Oud
Enigma Trois
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