Is French Avenue Sultan The Conqueror a dupe of Chopard Black Incense Malaki?
Black Incense Malaki EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Sultan The Conqueror EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. It's a powerhouse for those who crave dark, brooding scents, but steer clear if you're not into intense, animalic leather and proper smoke. Don't blind buy, seriously.
This one's a divisive beast, a murky blend that some absolutely adore for its sweet, woody oud, while others find it a messy, unrefined approximation of other popular heavyweights. Expect strong takes, both good and bad.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, intense character, this is far too much for an office setting. It shines brightest on dates or formal evenings where its bold leather and smoky notes can make a statement without overwhelming. It's not a casual or sport fragrance by any stretch.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and above average longevity with prominent amber, woody, and smoky accords, this scent is far too dominant for an office setting. It's best suited for evening wear and special occasions like dates or formal events where its character can truly shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 10 of its 15 notes, including Guaiac Wood, Cumin, Labdanum
Adds cypriol oil or nagarmotha and frankincense, drops amber and incense
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work