Is Al Haramain Perfumes Amber Oud Gold Edition a dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura?

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Erba Pura Eau de Parfum bottle Erba Pura EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2019 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Amber Oud Gold Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Oud Gold Edition EDP
Our Verdict

Erba Pura by Xerjoff and Amber Oud Gold Edition by Al Haramain both deliver bold, sweet fruity signatures, but the differences are in their personality and performance. Erba Pura leans into zesty citrus and a plush musky base, creating a radiant, almost effervescent impression that dazzles and lingers. Amber Oud Gold Edition, while equally sweet, pushes a creamier, more gourmand profile with pronounced vanilla and a deeper amber-musk finish, giving it a softer, more luxurious feel. Erba Pura projects louder and lasts longer, perfect for those chasing maximum impact, while Amber Oud Gold offers a slightly cozier, crowd-pleasing vibe. Choose based on your preference for citrus sparkle versus creamy, vanillic depth.

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£26.99 from
60ml at Imperian
Best value £0.22/ml (200ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Erba Pura if...
  • You want a zesty citrus punch in your fragrance.
  • You prefer stronger projection and longevity.
  • You like your fruity scents with a musky, radiant base.
  • You want a scent that truly stands out in a crowd.
Choose Amber Oud Gold Edition if...
  • You love creamy vanilla and amber in your perfume.
  • You prefer a softer, cozier fruity scent.
  • You want a gourmand touch with juicy melon and pineapple.
  • You seek plush luxury but with less aggressive sillage.
Our Verdict - Erba Pura EDP
Juicy, radiant, and impossible to ignore, Erba Pura is a powerfully sweet fruity-citrus bomb with a velvety musky base. Not for the shy, it's a statement scent for those who love to dazzle and stand out.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Amber Oud Gold Edition EDP
A magnetic fruity-amber bomb that blends juicy melon and pineapple with creamy vanilla and musky-amber depth. Unapologetically sweet and extroverted, it dominates the room with cheerful energy and plush luxury.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Erba Pura EDP A Amber Oud Gold Edition 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
Erba Pura EDP
Amber Oud Gold Edition EDP

Notes

Erba Pura
Amber Oud Gold Edition

Heart Notes

Fruity Notes 100%

Heart Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 37% vs 34%
Vanilla 32% vs 34%
Bergamot 32% vs 51%
Amber 30% vs 26%
Only in Erba Pura
Fruity Notes 100% Orange 36% Lemon 32%
Only in Amber Oud Gold Edition
Green Notes 48% Woody Notes 31% Melon 27% Pineapple 27% Sweet Notes 20%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 32% vs 51%
Only in Erba Pura
Orange 36% Lemon 32%
Only in Amber Oud Gold Edition
Green Notes 48%
Only in Erba Pura
Fruity Notes 100%
Only in Amber Oud Gold Edition
Melon 27% Pineapple 27% Amber 27% Sweet Notes 20%
Shared Notes
Musk 37% vs 34%
Vanilla 32% vs 34%
Only in Erba Pura
Amber 30%
Only in Amber Oud Gold Edition
Woody Notes 31%

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

Erba Pura Amber Oud Gold Edition
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Erba Pura

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The lush citrus and juicy fruits make Erba Pura ideal for spring and summer, bringing freshness and energy to warmer days. Its rich vanilla, amber, and musky base add enough warmth for autumn, but it may feel too bright and sweet for the coldest winter days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold projection and sweet, fruity character make it perfect for dates and casual outings where you want to be noticed. For the office or formal events, it can be overpowering and may not suit all professional settings.

Amber Oud Gold Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The juicy melon and pineapple atop a fresh-ambery base make this vibrant for spring and especially ideal for fall, while its pronounced sweetness and richness can also work in winter. In summer, the sweetness may be a bit much for the hottest days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The bold fruity-sweet profile makes it excellent for dates and casual outings, turning heads with its playful yet opulent aura. It can work for formal events if worn lightly but may be too attention-grabbing for sports or intimate office settings.

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
40%
Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 9 notes, including Bergamot, Vanilla, Amber

Key Differences

Adds green notes and melon, drops fruity notes and lemon

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International (14)

Import charges may apply

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2ml 2 offers
5ml 2 offers
10ml 2 offers
50ml 3 offers
100ml 4 offers
International (13)

Import charges may apply

These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work

60ml 4 offers
100ml 4 offers
120ml 3 offers
200ml 2 offers

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