Tabu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1932 | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bukhara
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Tabu is the original 'slutty' smell, a classic that refuses to die. It's a bold, spicy, animalic bomb - love it or hate it, just don't over-spray unless you want to gaslight your enemies.
Bukhara is a truly divisive scent; some rave about its unique earthy iris, while others are repulsed by its 'carrot' or 'plastic' facets. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 7% |
| Floral | 23% | 17% |
| Fruity | 3% | 11% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 18% | 22% |
| Warm | 24% | 29% |
| Woody | 13% | 10% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, spicy-animalic character, Tabu is far too potent for the office. It's best suited for romantic dates or evening formal events where its commanding presence can shine, though some enjoy it casually when applied sparingly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and bright, clean character make it ideal for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. While some find it subtle enough for casual wear, its unique iris and spice profile might be too polarising for a date or formal events where crowd-pleasing scents are often preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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