Is Afnan Supremacy Gold a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Greatness?

Oud for Greatness EDP

Initio Parfums Privés   Original Acquired

Supremacy Gold EDP

Afnan   Inspired Statement
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Oud for Greatness Eau de Parfum bottle Oud for Greatness EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2018 Year 2013
££ Price Tier £
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud for Greatness EDP
A powerhouse oud that balances spice, wood, and mystery in a regal, magnetic blend. Not for the faint of heart, its projection and gravitas command attention and linger long after you leave the room.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Supremacy Gold EDP
This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a sweet, powdery dream for your grandmother's boudoir, others say it's rich, unique, and well worth the bargain price. If you like your oud subtle and your vanilla potent, give it a sniff.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Oud for Greatness EDP A Supremacy Gold EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud for Greatness EDP
Supremacy Gold EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Nutmeg 33% vs 31%
Only in Supremacy Gold
Iris 63% Patchouli 37%
Only in Oud for Greatness
Patchouli 52% Musk 48%
Only in Supremacy Gold
Amber 52% Vanilla 48%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Oud for Greatness Supremacy Gold
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud for Greatness

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Oud for Greatness thrives in cold temperatures, where its warm, spicy, and resinous richness truly shines. While wearable in spring, it can be overwhelming in heat, making it ideal for crisp autumn evenings and the depths of winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This is a statement scent best reserved for formal events, special nights out, or romantic encounters. Its power and sillage can be too assertive for the office or casual, sporty settings.

Supremacy Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warmth, sweetness, and powdery nature lend themselves well to evening and cooler weather. While some find it office-appropriate with light application, its potential for strong projection makes it better suited for dates and formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
3%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 8 notes, including Patchouli, Nutmeg

Key Differences

Adds amber and cumin, drops lavender and musk

Where to buy

Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.

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