Adhara Oud Extrait bottle Adhara Oud
Extrait Concentration Other
U Gender U
2021 Year 2012
££ Price Tier £££££
Kampuchea Noir bottle Kampuchea Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Adhara Oud Extrait
This one's a divisive oud, with some finding it a sophisticated, elegant take on a smoky oud-leather combo. Others, however, are left disappointed by its perceived lack of strength and projection, especially for an "Extrait".
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Our Verdict - Kampuchea Noir
This is a ridiculously expensive, 'for-your-eyes-only' oud. You'll either get it, or you won't. And if you don't 'get it', then this isn't for you.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 16% 11%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 1%
Sweet 18% 16%
Warm 31% 33%
Woody 28% 25%
Earthy 25% 22%
Animalic 20% 21%
Fresh 1% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Adhara Oud Extrait
Kampuchea Noir

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 100% vs 50%
Only in Kampuchea Noir
Pepper 50%
Shared Notes
Rose 50% vs 33%
Oud 50% vs 33%
Only in Kampuchea Noir
Patchouli 33%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 33%
Sandalwood 33% vs 33%
Only in Adhara Oud Extrait
Patchouli 33%
Only in Kampuchea Noir
Musk 33%

Accords

Adhara Oud Extrait Kampuchea Noir
100%
Oud
100%
90%
Leather
82%
Fresh Spicy
44%
73%
Rose
Woody
63%
58%
Aromatic
54%
Animalic
49%
Patchouli
46%
Metallic
44%
Smoky
Oud shared
100%
100%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
82%
44%
73%
63%
58%
54%
49%
46%
44%

Performance

Adhara Oud Extrait Kampuchea Noir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Adhara Oud Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The dominant oud and leather accords suggest a boldness that might not suit a typical office environment. However, its sophisticated and mysterious character makes it ideal for evening dates and formal events, though some users reported issues with sillage. It's too heavy and complex for casual or sport wear.

Kampuchea Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its extreme cost and focus on personal enjoyment, this scent excels in formal or intimate date settings rather than casual or sporty ones. While it's not a loud projector, its unique character might be distracting in an office environment.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
95%
Accord
49%
Key Similarities

Both share Oud, Fresh Spicy accords and Saffron, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Adhara Oud Extrait
Kampuchea Noir
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