Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum bottle Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud
Parfum Concentration Edp
U Gender U
- Year 2018
£££££ Price Tier £££££
Dasman Eau de Parfum bottle Dasman

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud
A Roja Dove classic that feels less original thanks to its close resemblance to UAE Spirit of the Union. If you don't already own that, it's a superb rose oud with impressive performance, but it's divisive on value for money.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Dasman
This isn't just another rose-oud. Dasman is a plush, velvety take on a classic, refined and smooth enough to be instantly likeable, yet with an undeniable dark magnetism beneath. Pricey, yes, but its opulent charm is a winner for most.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20% 24%
Floral 37% 49%
Fruity 5% 2%
Green 10% 10%
Sweet 13% 13%
Warm 7% 9%
Woody 0% 0%
Earthy 0% 3%
Animalic 2% 5%
Fresh 34% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum
Dasman EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 40% vs 28%
Only in Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud
Aldehydes 60%
Shared Notes
Rose 26% vs 60%

Accords

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Dasman
100%
Amber
66%
94%
Rose
100%
74%
Fresh Spicy
89%
58%
Woody
89%
71%
Oud
84%
82%
Warm Spicy
76%
Citrus
78%
Earthy
73%
61%
Musky
72%
68%
Aromatic
67%
63%
Aldehydic
58%
Fresh
Amber shared
100%
66%
Rose shared
94%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
74%
89%
Woody shared
58%
89%
Oud shared
71%
84%
Warm Spicy shared
82%
76%
78%
73%
Musky shared
61%
72%
Aromatic shared
68%
67%
63%
58%

Performance

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Dasman
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and lasting power make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights and formal events where you want to make a statement. The opulent rose and oud profile lends itself well to special occasions, though some find it versatile enough for daily use.

Dasman

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Dasman's rich rose and oud character, paired with its strong sillage and longevity mentioned by many, make it a perfect fit for formal events and date nights where you want to leave a lasting impression. While too robust for sport, its refined nature allows for limited wear in an office setting if applied sparingly, and it's certainly captivating enough for casual evening wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
84%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Rose, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud
Dasman
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