Homme
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Oudh
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't just a perfume, it's a statement. A masterpiece for those who dare to be confidently complex, Costume National Homme Parfum is a spicy, woody, creamy dream that's earned its stellar reputation.
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. If you're into an aggressive, smoky dry-down that lingers for ages, then maybe you'll appreciate this. Otherwise, avoid it like the plague - unless you want to smell like cheap lipstick.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 11% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 16% | 9% |
| Warm | 28% | 23% |
| Woody | 25% | 34% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 8% | 9% |
| Fresh | 12% | 14% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and projection, coupled with its warm, spicy, and woody accords, make it more suited for evenings and special events. While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, its intensity might be a bit much for a typical office setting.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its overpowering and long-lasting nature makes it completely unsuitable for the office or casual day wear. It leans more towards formal or date settings where a bold, challenging fragrance might be appreciated, but even then, it's a risky choice due to its divisive character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Musk, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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