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Which Should You Buy?
Aziyade by Parfum d'Empire is a seriously divisive scent. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans adoring its spicy, fruity complexity and others recoiling from its notorious cumin note that smells like body odour. Definitely not a blind buy.
This is a bold, divisive take on oud. If you're not usually an oud fan but want an easy entry point, this, ironically, might be your ticket in. But beware, some find the oud too animalic or overwhelmingly masculine.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 11% |
| Floral | 1% | 2% |
| Fruity | 13% | 12% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 32% | 37% |
| Warm | 39% | 39% |
| Woody | 6% | 3% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 6% | 6% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold, long-lasting nature and the significant cumin element make it potentially too provocative for office wear. However, its deeply sensual and exotic profile makes it perfect for date nights and special occasions where a unique, confident statement is desired.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its 'extrait' concentration, strong warm spicy and oud accords, and reviewer comments about its intensity, this isn't a casual office scent. It's best suited for dates and formal events, particularly in cooler weather, where its depth can truly shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Fresh Spicy accords and Orange notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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