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Which Should You Buy?
Outlands is the most divisive Amouage in recent memory. A complex, beast-mode oriental that blends luxurious amber and frankincense with unexpected flashes of freshness. Half of us think it's a masterpiece, the other half thinks it's massively overhyped.
A youthful crowd-pleaser that blends spicy citrus with a sweet, comforting base. It’s got mass appeal, but some wish for more potency - perhaps an EDP is on the cards. A blind-buy safe option for anyone after a versatile, attractive scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 16% |
| Floral | 9% | 8% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 6% |
| Sweet | 20% | 24% |
| Warm | 31% | 31% |
| Woody | 11% | 12% |
| Earthy | 15% | 13% |
| Animalic | 11% | 4% |
| Fresh | 13% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and thick, oriental profile, Outlands is best reserved for cooler weather and evening wear. It shines on a date or at a formal event where its luxurious complexity can be appreciated, but its sheer power makes it too much for an office or casual setting.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
Its versatile citrus and vanilla profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it suitable for casual daily wear and dates. While pleasant for the office, some find it too sweet for formal events, and its performance might not cut through a loud active environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Warm Spicy accords and Geranium, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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