Is Perfume Parlour Composition Three a dupe of Amouage The Library Collection Opus III?

Composition Three EDP

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Library Collection Opus III EDP
This is a divisive one. Many find it a 'masterpiece' of powdery florals and spice, with an ethereal, timeless quality. For others, it's a headache inducing, suffocating mix of sweet synthetic notes, leaning into 'grandma' territory due to its retro vibe.
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Our Verdict - Composition Three EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Amouage - Opus III. Built around African Orange Flower, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Clove, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Amouage - Opus III.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
The Library Collection Opus III EDP A Composition Three EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Library Collection Opus III EDP
Composition Three EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Violet 36% vs 6%
Mimosa 25% vs 9%
Ylang-Ylang 24% vs 6%
Benzoin 22% vs 42%
Nutmeg 20% vs 8%
Jasmine 20% vs 9%
Sandalwood 19% vs 26%
Orange Blossom 18% vs 13%
Clove 18% vs 11%
Guaiac Wood 18% vs 10%
Musk 18% vs 31%
Thyme 16% vs 6%
Only in The Library Collection Opus III
Vanilla 21% Broom 18%
Only in Composition Three
Ambrette 12% Cedar 6%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 22% vs 42%
Sandalwood 19% vs 26%
Musk 18% vs 31%
Only in The Library Collection Opus III
Vanilla 21% Guaiac Wood 19%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

The Library Collection Opus III Composition Three
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Library Collection Opus III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable for office wear if applied lightly, though some find it quite strong. The elegant powdery-floral and woody accords lend themselves well to casual and formal settings, and its sensual depth is perfect for a date, but it's far too elegant for sport.

Composition Three

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the woody, floral profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

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
78%
Key Similarities

Shares 12 of its 14 notes, including Clove, Orange Blossom, Sandalwood

Key Differences

Adds ambrette and cedar, drops broom and vanilla

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