New York Oud is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, notorious for its monstrous performance. Expect a potent, dark rose and plum with an oud backbone, but brace yourself for polarising 'urinal cake' comparisons from its detractors.

Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Hudson II by Gissah - a floral fragrance led by Fruity, Rose, with warm spicy depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.