Overture Woman
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Essence Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a wild ride. Amouage Overture Woman is a polarising masterpiece: a beast mode, boozy apple and leather concoction that you'll either adore for its bold, luxurious depth or completely recoil from. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before you commit.
A truly polarising scent, Ferrari Essence Oud is a divisive beast. Some adore its opulent rose-oud blend, hailing it as niche-quality and a steal, whilst others recoil at its intensity, labelling it synthetic and cloying. Approach with caution, but if it clicks, prepare for beast-mode performance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 4% |
| Floral | 10% | 11% |
| Fruity | 10% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 2% |
| Sweet | 21% | 14% |
| Warm | 30% | 29% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 15% | 19% |
| Animalic | 17% | 31% |
| Fresh | 8% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power, combined with its strong, boozy, and leathery profile, make it unsuitable for office wear. However, these same qualities make it perfect for special occasions and date nights where making a bold, luxurious statement is desired.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With beastly projection and longevity, this intense oud-rose-leather scent is far too strong for the office but shines on formal evenings and dates. Its powerful, oriental character means it's best reserved for occasions where making a statement is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Leather accords and Rose, Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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