This is a seriously opulent take on a classic rose-oud combo, delivering powerful sillage and longevity. It's divisive; some find it a masterful, unique scent, while others dismiss it as unoriginal or too heavy. Definitely try before you buy the full bottle, as skin chemistry plays a huge part.

Ombre Rose is Alexandria UK's dupe of Louis Vuitton Les Sables Roses, chasing the same rose-oud-ambergris trio. The saffron and pepper opening reads brighter and less refined than LV's silky original, and the ambergris-oud dry-down is simpler and shorter-lived, but it captures the general shape of the scent for a much lower price.