Is Perfume Parlour Rude Ember a dupe of Fragrance Du Bois Rude Oud?

Rude Oud EDP

Fragrance Du Bois by François Demachy Original Statement

Rude Ember EDP

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Rude Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Rude Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2020 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Rude Ember Eau de Parfum bottle Rude Ember EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rude Oud EDP
Rude Oud stands out for its bold and sophisticated blend of oud and spice, providing an alluring yet comforting scent ideal for cooler weather.
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Our Verdict - Rude Ember EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Rude Oud by Fragrance Du Bois - a fruity fragrance led by Raspberry, Saffron, with warm spicy depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Rude Oud EDP A Rude Ember EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rude Oud EDP
Rude Ember EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 60% vs 46%
Only in Rude Oud
Bergamot 40%
Only in Rude Ember
Raspberry 53%
Only in Rude Ember
Leather 54% Rose 46%
Shared Notes
Oud 34% vs 53%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Rude Oud Rude Ember
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rude Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The rich and woody notes paired with warm spicy and oud accords make Rude Oud suitable for fall and winter, but it can transition into spring with its balanced intensity.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Moderate projection and intensity make it versatile enough for most occasions except sports, while the warm oud and spicy elements add sophistication for formal settings.

Rude Ember

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The fruity character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fruity, warm spicy signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
5%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 8 notes, including Saffron, Oud

Key Differences

Adds bergamot and cinnamon, drops amber and leather

Where to buy

Rude Oud EDP
Rude Ember EDP

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Rude Ember EDP

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0.4 fl oz (13 ml)
1.0 fl oz (30 ml)
1.7 fl oz (50 ml)
3.4 fl oz (100 ml)

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