Is Fragrance World Intro Joyness Oud a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Happiness?
Oud for Happiness EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2022 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Intro Joyness Oud EDP
While both share spicy, citrusy, and sweet facets, Oud for Happiness is a challenging, potent oud experience with polarizing reviews. Intro Joyness Oud, a clear dupe, offers a much sweeter, playful, and mass-appealing take on the same theme, skipping the challenging oud. The Initio is pricier and bolder; the Fragrance World is budget-friendly and safer. If you crave uniqueness and can handle divisive scents, go for Oud for Happiness. If you prefer a crowd-pleasing, sweeter, and less challenging experience, Intro Joyness Oud is the better choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a unique and challenging oud fragrance.
- You appreciate polarizing scents that stand out.
- You prefer a stronger, more potent fragrance.
- Price is not a primary concern for you.
- You want a sweeter, more playful fragrance.
- You prefer a budget-friendly alternative.
- You want a mass-appealing, safe scent.
- You dislike challenging or polarizing fragrances.
Divisive but undoubtedly distinctive, Oud for Happiness is either a vibrant, uplifting spice-bomb or a 'rotting animal corpse' with a hint of 'jerky chicken'. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who love it, really love it.
This is a seriously playful scent that lives up to its name, bringing an airy, dessert-like sweetness. It's a bit of a chameleon, leaning feminine for some, but universally fun if worn sparingly.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its robust projection and very long-lasting nature, coupled with its bold, spicy and green character, make it less ideal for a restrained office environment. However, its unique and appealing profile lends itself well to casual outings, dating, and even more daring formal events where making a statement is desired.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its playful and sweet nature, coupled with a dominant fresh and green accord, makes it ideal for casual wear and dates. It's too unique and potentially 'annoying' for everyday office wear or formal events, but its freshness suits light activity.
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.
Shares 6 of its 8 notes, including Ginger, Vanilla, Bergamot
Adds cedar and oud
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Oud for Happiness EDP
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International (3)
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