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Royal Princess Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Royal Princess Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2015 Year 2021
££££ Price Tier ££
L'Initial Eau de Parfum bottle L'Initial EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Royal Princess Oud EDP
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Despite the name, "Oud" is a ghost here. Instead, expect a divisive interplay of powdery florals, woods, and patchouli that some call elegant and others, well, smell an 'old lady' or even 'sweaty feet'. Definitely sample before you commit.
Statement
Our Verdict - L'Initial EDP
This is Guerlain doing what Guerlain does best: creating an elegant, powdery vanilla with a smooth caramel and iris heart. It's a modern take on a classic, a crowd-pleaser for those who appreciate sophistication without being stuffy. The strong opening can be off-putting for some, but the dry-down is pure Guerlain magic.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Royal Princess Oud EDP
L'Initial EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 33% vs 39%
Only in Royal Princess Oud
Rose 33% Violet 33%
Only in L'Initial
Orange 33% Jasmine 27%
Shared Notes
Iris 25% vs 65%
Only in L'Initial
Rose 34%

Accords

Royal Princess Oud L'Initial
100%
Powdery
92%
Vanilla
100%
98%
Woody
62%
90%
Violet Floral
58%
75%
Citrus
90%
64%
Iris
86%
Sweet
77%
69%
Patchouli
60%
69%
Oud
Caramel
68%
64%
Floral
Earthy
64%
61%
Amber
Powdery shared
100%
92%
100%
Woody shared
98%
62%
Violet Floral shared
90%
58%
Citrus shared
75%
90%
Iris shared
64%
86%
77%
Patchouli shared
69%
60%
Oud
69%
68%
64%
64%
61%

Performance

Royal Princess Oud L'Initial
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Royal Princess Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and clean, sophisticated floral-woody profile make it suitable for office and casual settings. While some find it elegant enough for formal occasions, the 'powder' element and lack of overt sensuality might limit its date night appeal. Definitely not for sport.

L'Initial

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While the initial projection can be strong, L'Initial settles into a sophisticated skin scent that works well for the office, as noted by reviewers. Its warm, elegant character makes it perfect for formal events and date nights, though it might be a bit much for casual or sporty settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, woody, violet floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Royal Princess Oud EDP
L'Initial EDP
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