Royal Imperial Extrait bottle Royal Imperial
Extrait Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2021 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Aoud Legend Eau de Parfum bottle Aoud Legend

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Royal Imperial
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Aoud Legend
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Royal Imperial
This one is a divisive blend; a heavy hitter that some will adore for its powerful, old-school confidence, while others will find it just a bit much. Definitely not for the faint-hearted.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Aoud Legend
This one is a properly divisive beast, not for the faint of heart unless you're one of the few who thinks it's a 'light' oud. Most folk are getting a powerful, leathery rose, with serious staying power. Montale are not shy, and 'Aoud Legend' lives up to the name for many.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 5% 7%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 11% 9%
Warm 3% 11%
Woody 25% 25%
Earthy 27% 32%
Animalic 45% 39%
Fresh 7% 3%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Royal Imperial Extrait
Aoud Legend EdP

Notes

Only in Royal Imperial
Patchouli 63% Suede 37%
Only in Aoud Legend
Leather 100%

Accords

Royal Imperial Aoud Legend
100%
Musky
95%
Woody
100%
Leather
89%
81%
Earthy
67%
Amber
80%
77%
Patchouli
57%
Animalic
77%
Oud
77%
52%
Warm Spicy
72%
70%
Powdery
67%
Aromatic
44%
Balsamic
58%
Rose
55%
100%
Woody shared
95%
100%
89%
Earthy shared
81%
67%
80%
Patchouli shared
77%
57%
77%
Oud
77%
Warm Spicy shared
52%
72%
70%
67%
Balsamic shared
44%
58%
55%

Performance

Royal Imperial Aoud Legend
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Royal Imperial

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and potent musky-woody character, Royal Imperial is too intense for a typical office environment. It shines best at formal events or on a sophisticated night out, where its powerful sillage can make a statement without dominating a smaller space.

Aoud Legend

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and bold character, Aoud Legend is best reserved for formal events or date nights where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's too assertive for casual wear and definitely not suitable for a typical office environment or sports activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
84%
Accord
51%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Earthy accords and Vetiver, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Royal Imperial
Aoud Legend
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