Is Alexandria Fragrances Royalty a dupe of Creed Royal Oud?

Royal Oud EDP

Creed by Olivier Creed, Julien Rasquinet Original Statement

Royalty Extrait

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Royal Oud EDP
Royal Oud by Creed is a sophisticated woody scent that whispers 'old money' rather than shouting, making it a firm favourite for those who want elegance without the typical 'oud beast'. Some find it utterly captivating, while others believe its performance doesn't justify the price - you decide.
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Our Verdict - Royalty Extrait
A reliable, versatile woody-citrus number that's not quite a dupe, but a cracking scent in its own right. It draws a crowd for its solid performance and sophisticated, mature take on a fresh woody profile, making it a budget-friendly go-to that punches above its weight.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Royal Oud EDP A Royalty 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
Royal Oud EDP
Royalty Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Cedar 46% vs 48%
Pink Pepper 45% vs 41%
Lemon 27% vs 27%
Angelica 27% vs 24%
Bergamot 26% vs 31%
Galbanum 26% vs 26%
Only in Royal Oud
Sandalwood 100%
Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 45% vs 41%
Lemon 27% vs 27%
Bergamot 26% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Cedar 46% vs 48%
Angelica 27% vs 24%
Galbanum 26% vs 26%
Only in Royal Oud
Sandalwood 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Royal Oud Royalty
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Royal Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined woody and musky profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it highly suitable for office and formal wear. While elegant, its subtle nature means it can be dressed down for casual occasions, yet it lacks the freshness for sport.

Royalty

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sophisticated, versatile nature and moderate sillage make it suitable for most occasions, from the office to a date night. While it performs well, the woody-musky depth might be a bit much for active sports.

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
70%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 6 notes is in the original, including Angelica, Bergamot, Lemon

Key Differences

Without sandalwood

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