Fils de Joie
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Oudy
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly polarising beast, Fils de Joie is either a magnificent, syrupy jasmine full of carnal allure or an overpowering, headache-inducing scrubber. Its dramatic, heady nature ensures it's rarely forgotten, for better or worse.
Al-Rehab's Oudy is a dark, mysterious oud-forward fragrance that punches well above its weight class. A bit of a chameleon, its performance and scent profile can vary wildly depending on the format (oil vs spray) and even bottle maturation, creating a divisive experience but ultimately offering incredible value for what it delivers.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 45% | 32% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 36% | 18% |
| Warm | 6% | 5% |
| Woody | 1% | 6% |
| Earthy | 0% | 6% |
| Animalic | 34% | 37% |
| Fresh | 6% | 6% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This is a heavy, long-lasting fragrance with strong sillage, making it too powerful for most office environments. Its sensual, 'dirty' floral character makes it perfect for date nights or formal events, though some find it overwhelming if not applied sparingly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While the oil version is a beast, the spray's varying performance makes it less ideal for high-projection needs like formal events, though it could work if applied liberally. Its dark and sensual character makes it excellent for dates, and it's versatile enough for casual wear if understated. The heavy oud and tobacco accords, plus reports of strong sillage from some, rule it out for office or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Yellow Floral, Musky accords and Musk notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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