Chypre Sublime
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oud Ispahan
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Which Should You Buy?
A vintage-leaning rose chypre of rose, frankincense, amber labdanum and patchouli, Chypre Sublime reads classic rather than modern. Reviewers liken it to grandmother's rose talcum in the best way, a smoky formal wear for cool-weather evenings.
This is a monumental rose-oud that's stirred up a proper hornet's nest. You'll either adore its animalic, opulent depth or recoil from its unapologetic funk. Not for the faint-hearted, but truly iconic.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 27% | 20% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 19% | 22% |
| Warm | 25% | 25% |
| Woody | 12% | 12% |
| Earthy | 22% | 28% |
| Animalic | 4% | 14% |
| Fresh | 7% | 2% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Damask rose over frankincense, labdanum and benzoin with patchouli reads as a classic cool-weather chypre; the bold vintage-floral character and powdery rose-talcum register place it firmly outside a summer profile.
Occasions
Reviewers cast it as a statement floral with a vintage formal register, warm and sexy in character, which aligns it with elegant evening and formal use rather than casual daytime wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear projection and immense longevity, Oud Ispahan is far too potent for everyday office wear. It's a beast mode fragrance best reserved for special occasions like dates or formal events where its commanding presence and sensual nature can shine without overwhelming those around you.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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