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Octavian Eau de Parfum bottle Octavian EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2020 Year 2023
££££ Price Tier ££
Arabian Passion Eau de Parfum bottle Arabian Passion EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Octavian EDP
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a potent, traditional rose-oud experience that some will adore for its quality and beastly performance, while others will find it too 'barnyard' or just plain unpleasant. Definitely sniff before you splurge.
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Our Verdict - Arabian Passion EDP
This one's a proper beast, a potent blast of Middle Eastern flair that'll have some reaching for it daily, whilst others run for the hills. Don't underestimate its intensity; it's a commitment.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Octavian EDP
Arabian Passion EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 55% vs 50%
Only in Octavian
Pink Pepper 45%
Only in Arabian Passion
Cardamom 49%
Shared Notes
Rose 61% vs 41%
Frankincense 38% vs 29%
Only in Arabian Passion
Patchouli 29%

Accords

Octavian Arabian Passion
100%
Oud
72%
72%
Warm Spicy
100%
97%
Rose
69%
94%
Amber
65%
62%
Fresh Spicy
50%
Woody
58%
Patchouli
51%
49%
Floral
49%
Metallic
Aromatic
47%
45%
Leather
Oud shared
100%
72%
Warm Spicy shared
72%
100%
Rose shared
97%
69%
Amber shared
94%
65%
Fresh Spicy shared
62%
50%
58%
51%
49%
49%
47%
45%

Performance

Octavian Arabian Passion
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Octavian

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its nuclear performance and intense oud-rose profile, Octavian is far too potent for the office or casual settings. It's best reserved for evening dates or formal events where its luxurious depth can shine without overwhelming those around you.

Arabian Passion

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and intense, warm spicy and oud accords make it less suitable for office wear, where it could overwhelm. This is a scent built for evening engagements and intimate dates, though its rich character could also suit formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean oud, rose, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Octavian EDP
Arabian Passion EDP
100ml
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