Is Fragrance World Soleil D'Ombre a dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade?
Ombre Nomade EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2023 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $$$$$ |
Soleil D'Ombre EDP
Soleil D'Ombre is clearly inspired by Ombre Nomade, capturing the essence of a smoky, leathery oud-rose fragrance. The key difference lies in the price point: Soleil D'Ombre offers a similar experience at a fraction of the cost. Ombre Nomade has slightly better refinement and complexity, while Soleil D'Ombre can come across as a bit more synthetic. If budget is a concern, Soleil D'Ombre is a great alternative. However, Ombre Nomade justifies the investment for those seeking ultimate quality.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Ombre Nomade
- Soleil D'Ombre
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the prestige and quality of Louis Vuitton.
- You appreciate nuanced and complex fragrance profiles.
- You want the original, best-in-class formulation.
- You don't mind splurging on a signature scent.
- You want a similar scent profile on a budget.
- You enjoy exploring affordable alternatives.
- You want a versatile oud fragrance for everyday wear.
- You are new to oud and want to experiment.
Dark oud and tart raspberry give way to rose, saffron and incense, over smoky birch, leather and benzoin. A brooding, huge oud-rose that floods the room: not for casual wear.
Rich, spicy oud with saffron, cinnamon and clove, on a base of sandalwood and cypriol. A warm autumn and winter scent, built on the same idea as Ombre Nomade, and soft on the skin.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Core Notes
Core Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Oud
17%
vs
10%
Saffron
9%
vs
6%
Rose
15% share of the perfume
Raspberry
12% share of the perfume
Leather
12% share of the perfume
Incense
12% share of the perfume
Amberwood
6% share of the perfume
Vanilla
6% share of the perfume
Benzoin
3% share of the perfume
Musk
2% share of the perfume
Birch
2% share of the perfume
Patchouli
2% share of the perfume
Geranium
1% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
14% share of the perfume
Clove
14% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
12% share of the perfume
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
Citrus
9% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
8% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
8% share of the perfume
Apple
8% share of the perfume
Oud
18% share of the perfume
Raspberry
12% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
12% share of the perfume
Citrus
9% share of the perfume
Apple
8% share of the perfume
Saffron
9%
vs
6%
Rose
15% share of the perfume
Incense
12% share of the perfume
Geranium
1% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
14% share of the perfume
Clove
14% share of the perfume
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oud, incense, saffron and birch smoke are cold-weather heavyweights: winter first, autumn second. In warmth it would overwhelm.
Occasions
Huge and formal, it suits evening events and special nights. It is far too intense for the office, casual days or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its warm, spicy, and oud-heavy profile, this is best suited for cooler evenings and special occasions where a bold statement is desired. Its intensity makes it less ideal for office wear or casual daytime use, but perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event.
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 2 of its 10 notes, including Oud, Saffron
Adds apple and cinnamon, drops amberwood and benzoin
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