Calamity J Eau de Parfum vs Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir Eau de Parfum

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Calamity J Eau de Parfum bottle Calamity J EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender U
2009 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Calamity J EDP
Calamity J is a polarising beast, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some find it a sophisticated, soft amber-patchouli dream, others a 'calamity' of burned wood and 'wet sauvage animal hair'. It's been discontinued, which only adds to its mystique and desirability for its fans.
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Our Verdict - Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir EDP
This isn't for the faint of heart. Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir is a powerhouse - woody, spicy, and unapologetically bold. If you want to make an entrance, this will certainly do the trick, but it's divisive, so don't expect universal adoration.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Calamity J EDP
Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir EDP

Notes

Only in Calamity J
Cinnamon 100%
Only in Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir
Nutmeg 47% Saffron 29% Lavender 24%
Shared Notes
Musk 11% vs 13%
Vanilla 10% vs 27%
Labdanum 9% vs 17%

Accords

Calamity J Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir
100%
Amber
70%
80%
Woody
100%
69%
Powdery
80%
79%
Musky
51%
72%
Warm Spicy
79%
56%
Vanilla
70%
61%
Patchouli
57%
Iris
56%
Cinnamon
50%
52%
Earthy
Rose
50%
Balsamic
48%
Amber shared
100%
70%
Woody shared
80%
100%
Powdery shared
69%
80%
Musky shared
79%
51%
Warm Spicy shared
72%
79%
Vanilla shared
56%
70%
61%
57%
Cinnamon shared
56%
50%
52%
50%
48%

Performance

Calamity J Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Calamity J

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold, assertive character and moderate sillage make it suitable for dates and evening wear, despite some finding it too weak. The rich amber and musky accords lean it away from casual daytime or office settings.

Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Built on woody, powdery and warm spicy - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and woody, spicy profile, this is far too intense for an office setting or casual wear. It absolutely shines in formal or evening date scenarios where its opulent character can be appreciated.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, musky

Key Differences

Adds cedar and lavender, drops castoreum and cetalox

Where to buy

Calamity J EDP
Ameer Al Oud Arabian Noir EDP
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