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Which Should You Buy?
A polished, well-built rose-oud from Lutens' Gratte-Ciel range - saffron, rose, agarwood, and a leather-and-patchouli base. Competent rather than visionary, but a clean entry point into the rose-oud canon.
A divisive blend that promises a bold fruit-and-oud journey, but often delivers an experience that's a bit too much for some and just right for others. It’s got character, just be sure it’s *your* character.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 5% |
| Floral | 65% | 22% |
| Fruity | 10% | 10% |
| Green | 5% | 2% |
| Sweet | 30% | 16% |
| Warm | 65% | 20% |
| Woody | 85% | 23% |
| Earthy | 55% | 17% |
| Animalic | 30% | 13% |
| Fresh | 20% | 8% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Rose-oud and patchouli body reads warmest in autumn and winter; saffron edge keeps the spring shoulder workable. Too heavy for summer day-wear.
Occasions
Polished oud-rose with leather suits date and formal evenings best; cool-weather casual works; not for sport, and the oud signature is too distinctive for warm-weather office.
Seasons
Occasions
Its potent oud and amber accords, combined with significant sillage and longevity, make it too commanding for an office environment. However, this same intensity makes it perfect for a confident date night or a formal evening where you want to make a memorable, sophisticated statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Rose, Fresh Spicy accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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