Soleil de Feu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2019 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Oud Malaki
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Which Should You Buy?
Tom Ford's Soleil de Feu is a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it spicy amber that smells like a mulled wine Christmas party to some, and Big Red gum or even pickle juice to others. Sample first, but if it works for you, it's a warm, compelling stunner.
This Malaki is a sleeper, starting shy and only truly blooming after a year or so. If you've got the patience, it transforms into an all-time top-five, luxurious oud experience that's absolutely worth the wait. It's truly a connoisseur's oil.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 16% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 36% | 37% |
| Warm | 19% | 33% |
| Woody | 35% | 23% |
| Earthy | 9% | 11% |
| Animalic | 9% | 5% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and warm, inviting character make it a strong contender for date nights and formal dinners. While too opulent for sports, it could work casually in cooler months or for a sophisticated, relaxed evening out. The potential for a strong spicy opening means it's not ideal for all office environments.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and impressive longevity, Oud Malaki is best reserved for formal and semi-formal events or evening wear in cooler temperatures. It's too opulent and attention-grabbing for a typical office environment or casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Amber, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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