Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum vs Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

Fakhar Al Oud

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2021	Year	2013
£	Price Tier	££

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Fakhar Al Oud is a deep, woody, and intensely polarising scent. You'll either get sophisticated oud and spice or something akin to bug spray or petrol. It's affordable, performs like a beast, and is definitely not for the faint of heart or a blind buy.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

This one's a true masterpiece, a unicorn for lovers of luxurious, creamy sandalwood gourmands, though its polarising medicinal or 'weird' facets initially put some off. If you can get past its quirks, prepare for pure, comforting bliss.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	8%
Floral	7%	7%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	0%	1%
Sweet	37%	26%
Warm	19%	24%
Woody	28%	26%
Earthy	18%	14%
Animalic	11%	8%
Fresh	2%	6%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fakhar Al Oud EdP

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle EdP

Notes

Base Notes

Shared Notes

Guaiac Wood 19% vs 7%

Sandalwood 16% vs 10%

Patchouli 13% vs 7%

Jasmine 11% vs 5%

Only in Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Balsam 23% Cedar 16%

Only in Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 9% Saffron 8% Nutmeg 8% Tonka Bean 7% Woody 7% Musk 7% Peru Balsam 7% Clove 7% Bergamot 5% Lemon 5%

Only in Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 29% Amber 27% Tonka Bean 24% Musk 19%

Accords

Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

56%

Warm Spicy

80%

51%

Vanilla

66%

51%

Powdery

63%

Balsamic

57%

48%

Oud

48%

Fresh Spicy

48%

Amber

46%

Patchouli

44%

Woody shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

56%

80%

Vanilla shared

51%

66%

Powdery shared

51%

63%

Balsamic

57%

Oud

48%

Fresh Spicy shared

48%

Amber shared

48%

46%

Patchouli

44%

Performance

Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Given its intense projection and longevity, this isn't suitable for office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is key. It's better suited for formal evenings or cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming those around you. Several reviewers mention its strength, advising against more than two sprays.

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Its warmth, sweetness, and strong sillage make it less suitable for a professional office setting. However, its unique and sophisticated profile, combined with good longevity, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, drawing compliments and leaving a memorable trail.