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Gold Rose Oudh Extrait bottle Gold Rose Oudh Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2012 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Light Blue Living Stromboli Eau de Parfum bottle Light Blue Living Stromboli EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gold Rose Oudh Extrait
This isn't just another rose-oud; it's a bold, opulent statement that demands attention. While divisive, with some finding it a synthetic mess, its sheer power and jammy rose-honey drydown have cultivated a passionate following. Not for the faint-hearted, but a masterpiece for those who dare.
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Our Verdict - Light Blue Living Stromboli EDP
A polarising aquatic fragrance, Living Stromboli is either a criminally underrated freshie with a spicy twist or an uninspired, weak scent with a weird fishy note. For those who love it, a unique Mediterranean escape that beats the original Light Blue. For others, it's a fleeting toilet spray.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gold Rose Oudh Extrait
Light Blue Living Stromboli EDP

Notes

Only in Light Blue Living Stromboli
Pink Pepper 51% Citrus 49%
Only in Light Blue Living Stromboli
Rainwater 60% Geranium 40%
Only in Light Blue Living Stromboli
Vetiver 39% Amber 31% Patchouli 30%

Accords

Gold Rose Oudh Light Blue Living Stromboli
100%
Rose
52%
Aquatic
100%
89%
Woody
62%
89%
Oud
Fresh
89%
Aromatic
83%
77%
Fresh Spicy
75%
Citrus
77%
72%
Patchouli
61%
Floral
58%
Honey
Earthy
55%
52%
Powdery
50%
Sweet
Amber
48%
Rose shared
100%
52%
100%
Woody shared
89%
62%
Oud
89%
89%
83%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
75%
77%
72%
61%
58%
55%
52%
50%
48%

Performance

Gold Rose Oudh Light Blue Living Stromboli
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gold Rose Oudh

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its beastly projection and longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, as it would easily overwhelm. Gold Rose Oudh excels in formal and date settings, where its opulent rose-oud profile and powerful sillage can leave a lasting impression. It's too much for casual or sport wear.

Light Blue Living Stromboli

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, aquatic profile and generally light projection make it ideal for casual wear, office settings where subtlety is preferred, and sports activities. However, the limited longevity and sillage mean it might not make an impact for formal events or evening dates.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean rose, woody, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gold Rose Oudh Extrait
Light Blue Living Stromboli EDP
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