Agar Gold
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
I Am Not a Flower
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Tom Ford Oud Wood (2007) by Richard Herpin - the cardamom-sandalwood-oud composition that opened Tom Ford's Private Blend niche line and became one of the most-imitated soft-oud references in modern niche. PP markets this as the 'Stronger Version'; honest dupe-fidelity for evening and cold-weather wear.
This Floraïku creation is a luxurious conundrum. Some hail it as a stunning, minimalist dream with surprising longevity; others dismiss it as an overpriced, underperforming 'any oud'. Expect a refined, clean oud experience if you're willing to overlook the divisive price tag.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 4% |
| Floral | 10% | 1% |
| Fruity | 5% | 0% |
| Green | 20% | 0% |
| Sweet | 55% | 19% |
| Warm | 75% | 33% |
| Woody | 90% | 45% |
| Earthy | 30% | 16% |
| Animalic | 40% | 20% |
| Fresh | 20% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Sandalwood-oud-vanilla-amber is firmly autumn-winter territory; the warm-spicy character carries depth that reads heavy in summer. Spring viable at low dosage.
Occasions
Sophisticated soft-oud woody-spicy fits formal evening, dinner, and date wear naturally; office viable at low dosage. Too distinctive for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sophisticated, clean oud and amber profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it ideal for formal settings and the office. While some find its performance strong, the consensus on its subtle nature also lends itself well to intimate dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Amber, Woody accords and Oud, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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