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17 Oud Mosaic Eau de Parfum bottle 17 Oud Mosaic EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2017 Year 2020
£ Price Tier ££££
Octavian Eau de Parfum bottle Octavian EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 17 Oud Mosaic EDP
This oud-rose is a deeply polarising one. Some call it an affordable niche-quality gem, while others are put off by its challenging scent profile of barnyard oud. Definitely not a blind buy, but if you're into an animalic, dark rose, this might surprise you.
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Our Verdict - Octavian EDP
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a potent, traditional rose-oud experience that some will adore for its quality and beastly performance, while others will find it too 'barnyard' or just plain unpleasant. Definitely sniff before you splurge.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
17 Oud Mosaic EDP
Octavian EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 44% vs 61%
Only in 17 Oud Mosaic
Saffron 30% Labdanum 25%
Only in Octavian
Frankincense 39%

Accords

17 Oud Mosaic Octavian
100%
Oud
100%
89%
Rose
97%
67%
Amber
94%
85%
Warm Spicy
72%
66%
Fruity
65%
Fresh Spicy
62%
54%
Musky
51%
Sweet
48%
Floral
49%
Metallic
49%
Leather
45%
Oud shared
100%
100%
Rose shared
89%
97%
Amber shared
67%
94%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
72%
66%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
62%
54%
51%
Floral shared
48%
49%
49%
45%

Performance

17 Oud Mosaic Octavian
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

17 Oud Mosaic

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The strong, animalic oud and rose accords make this scent too bold for most office environments, but it can be a statement piece for formal events or a captivating choice for a date night. Its challenging nature makes it less suitable for casual wear or sport.

Octavian

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its nuclear performance and intense oud-rose profile, Octavian is far too potent for the office or casual settings. It's best reserved for evening dates or formal events where its luxurious depth can shine without overwhelming those around you.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean oud, rose, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

17 Oud Mosaic EDP
Octavian EDP
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