Is Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Hustler a dupe of Tom Ford Tobacco Oud?

Tobacco Oud EDP

Tom Ford by Olivier Gillotin Original Acquired

Arabian Hustler Extrait

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Tobacco Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Tobacco Oud EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2013 Year 2017
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tobacco Oud EDP
Tom Ford's Tobacco Oud is a divisive, discontinued beast. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for those who want to smell like pure authority, not a basic crowd-pleaser.
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Our Verdict - Arabian Hustler Extrait
This perfume is a controversial one; while it smells fantastic, its performance splits opinion right down the middle with some finding it ephemeral and others reporting decent longevity. If you're after that Tom Ford Tobacco Oud vibe on a budget, this might hit the spot for a few hours.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Tobacco Oud EDP A Arabian Hustler Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tobacco Oud EDP
Arabian Hustler Extrait

Notes

Tobacco Oud
Arabian Hustler

Top Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Spicy Notes 100%
Shared Notes
Whisky 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Spicy Notes 36% vs 100%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Tobacco Oud Arabian Hustler
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Tobacco Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, combined with its intensely rich and mature profile, make it unsuitable for daily office wear or casual outings. However, it's a perfect choice for date nights or formal events where making a powerful, lasting impression is key, as many reviewers highlight its 'mafia boss' or 'leader' vibe.

Arabian Hustler

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, dark, and warm spicy-tobacco profile makes it well-suited for dates and formal events, especially in cooler weather. However, the divisive performance means it might not hold up for a full day at the office, and it's certainly not a sport scent.

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
57%
Key Similarities

Shares 3 of its 12 notes, including Whisky, Spicy Notes, Tobacco

Key Differences

Adds benzoin and cedar

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