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U Gender U
2020 Year -
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Our Verdict - Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum
This budget-friendly 'Oud for Greatness' inspired scent gets mixed reviews for its rough edges and inconsistent performance, making it a bit of a gamble, though some do rate it highly when layered.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Initial Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously solid contender if you're after a smooth, woody oud that delivers on scent and value. Forget the low ratings- it's a fan favourite, especially after a bit of 'maceration' to hit its stride.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 6% 4%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 2%
Sweet 13% 7%
Warm 29% 20%
Woody 23% 45%
Earthy 29% 25%
Animalic 20% 16%
Fresh 8% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Thara Al Oud EdP
Initial EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 53% vs 36%
Lavender 46% vs 28%
Only in Initial Eau de Parfum
Nutmeg 35%
Only in Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum
Nutmeg 56% Oud 44%
Only in Initial Eau de Parfum
Woody 100%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 66% vs 28%
Musk 33% vs 23%
Only in Initial Eau de Parfum
Oud 48%

Accords

Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum
100%
Fresh Spicy
88%
62%
Woody
100%
68%
Oud
93%
89%
Warm Spicy
80%
83%
Patchouli
61%
60%
Lavender
58%
55%
Earthy
47%
Musky
52%
49%
Metallic
50%
46%
Balsamic
45%
Leather
46%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
88%
Woody shared
62%
100%
Oud shared
68%
93%
Warm Spicy shared
89%
80%
Patchouli shared
83%
61%
Lavender shared
60%
58%
Earthy shared
55%
47%
52%
Metallic shared
49%
50%
46%
Leather shared
45%
46%

Performance

Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its strong spicy and woody accords, combined with what some describe as a 'spice bomb' characteristic, make it unsuitable for the office. However, its bold character and formal leaning oud make it quite fitting for dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather.

Initial Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and woody-oud character make it a bit much for the office but perfect for dates and formal events. The community reviews highlight its compliment-pulling power and smooth, lasting scent. It's a bit too heavy and luxurious for casual or sport wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
91%
Notes
97%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Oud, Fresh Spicy accords and Lavender, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Thara Al Oud Eau de Parfum
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