Oud Save The King
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rebus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a smooth operator, a crowd-pleaser that often gets compared to other fragrances- sometimes favourably, sometimes not. It's a gateway oud, softened by creamy accords, perfect for those dipping their toes into the richer side of perfumery without the full beast mode commitment.
Rebus is a truly polarising scent; a bold, challenging oud that divides opinion between 'fecal beast' and 'irresistibly sexy body odour'. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who dare might just find their new signature.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 21% |
| Floral | 16% | 11% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 21% | 12% |
| Sweet | 7% | 15% |
| Warm | 3% | 9% |
| Woody | 7% | 20% |
| Earthy | 12% | 8% |
| Animalic | 20% | 16% |
| Fresh | 21% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth creamy-woody profile make it suitable for dates and formal events, hitting a sweet spot between being noticed and overpowering. While refined, its warm sweetness might be a bit much for a casual daytime setting or sports, but it works in a controlled office environment, provided it's applied sparingly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and often-described 'challenging' opening, Rebus is unsuitable for office wear. Its unique and sensual animalic quality makes it intriguing for dates and formal evening events, though its performance might be too much for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Oud, Woody accords and Orris, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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