93%
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2023 Year -
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Our Verdict - Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper dark horse. Often described as a softer, more wearable take on Oud for Greatness, it's a stellar dupe that offers incredible bang for your buck. You're either going to love its synthetic edge or be totally put off, but for many, it's a solid win.
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 4% 4%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 10% 7%
Warm 26% 20%
Woody 32% 45%
Earthy 29% 25%
Animalic 30% 16%
Fresh 6% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud Is Great EdP
Initial EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 38% vs 36%
Nutmeg 35% vs 34%
Lavender 26% vs 28%
Only in Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Oud 100%
Only in Initial Eau de Parfum
Woody 100%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 51% vs 28%
Musk 48% vs 23%
Only in Initial Eau de Parfum
Oud 48%

Accords

Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum
100%
Oud
93%
47%
Woody
100%
97%
Fresh Spicy
88%
87%
Warm Spicy
80%
58%
Patchouli
61%
58%
Lavender
58%
55%
Musky
52%
55%
Metallic
50%
50%
Leather
46%
47%
Powdery
Earthy
47%
Oud shared
100%
93%
Woody shared
47%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
97%
88%
Warm Spicy shared
87%
80%
Patchouli shared
58%
61%
Lavender shared
58%
58%
Musky shared
55%
52%
Metallic shared
55%
50%
Leather shared
50%
46%
47%
47%

Performance

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

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While some note moderate performance post-maceration, this oud-heavy scent is best reserved for evenings and cooler weather. It's too bold for the office but shines on dates and formal events, leaving a memorable trail.

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
93%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
97%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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