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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary designer tobacco-honey bomb, Mugler's Pure Havane is a smooth, sweet, and slightly smoky masterpiece that's a crime to have discontinued. It's often compared to Naxos, but don't get it twisted - this came first and, for many, it's still superior.
A truly luxurious blend, Oud de Carthage is a deep, warm amber-leather fragrance with an elegant touch of sweetness. While the 'oud' often takes a backseat, this Ropion creation delivers niche quality at a designer price point, making it a firm favourite for many, despite some finding it a bit too familiar.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 5% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 46% | 49% |
| Warm | 30% | 30% |
| Woody | 11% | 6% |
| Earthy | 22% | 14% |
| Animalic | 9% | 11% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and inherent sweetness make it too much for an office setting. However, it's a solid choice for dates, formal events, and colder casual outings, as many reviewers rave about its compliment-getting power in those situations.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong projection and deep, sweet profile, this scent is best suited for dates and formal occasions where its luxurious character can shine. It's a bit too bold for a typical office setting, and definitely not one for the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Honey, Sweet accords and Labdanum, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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