59%

Damascus EDP

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Oud Ispahan Eau de Parfum bottle Oud Ispahan EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2012 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud Ispahan EDP
This is a monumental rose-oud that's stirred up a proper hornet's nest. You'll either adore its animalic, opulent depth or recoil from its unapologetic funk. Not for the faint-hearted, but truly iconic.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Damascus EDP
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Dior Oud Ispahan (2012) - rose, oud and oud translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud Ispahan EDP
Damascus EDP

Notes

Oud Ispahan
Damascus

Heart Notes

Only in Oud Ispahan
Labdanum 100%
Only in Damascus
Oud 50% Rose 50%
Only in Oud Ispahan
Patchouli 50% Saffron 50%
Only in Oud Ispahan
Rose 100%

Accords

Oud Ispahan Damascus
100%
Oud
95%
96%
Rose
85%
96%
Woody
75%
65%
Warm Spicy
70%
64%
Amber
55%
55%
Patchouli
50%
Balsamic
50%
Floral
47%
Powdery
Animalic
45%
Oud shared
100%
95%
Rose shared
96%
85%
Woody shared
96%
75%
Warm Spicy shared
65%
70%
Amber shared
64%
55%
55%
50%
50%
47%
45%

Performance

Oud Ispahan Damascus
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud Ispahan

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its nuclear projection and immense longevity, Oud Ispahan is far too potent for everyday office wear. It's a beast mode fragrance best reserved for special occasions like dates or formal events where its commanding presence and sensual nature can shine without overwhelming those around you.

Damascus

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Heavy oud-rose-patchouli built for cold weather only.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Formal evening, statement wear.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
59%
Key Similarities

Both lean oud, rose, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud Ispahan EDP
Damascus EDP
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