Outlands Eau de Parfum bottle Outlands
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2024 Year 2017
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Istanbul Eau de Parfum bottle Istanbul

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Outlands Eau de Parfum
Outlands is the most divisive Amouage in recent memory. A complex, beast-mode oriental that blends luxurious amber and frankincense with unexpected flashes of freshness. Half of us think it's a masterpiece, the other half thinks it's massively overhyped.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Istanbul Eau de Parfum
A truly gorgeous, comforting amber that's not afraid of a bit of spice and a fresh aromatic kick. It's divisive only because some say its performance is poor, but the scent itself is a hug in a bottle.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14% 9%
Floral 9% 10%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 7% 13%
Sweet 20% 24%
Warm 31% 25%
Woody 11% 12%
Earthy 15% 12%
Animalic 11% 6%
Fresh 13% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Outlands EdP
Istanbul EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 18% vs 42%
Bergamot 14% vs 27%
Only in Istanbul Eau de Parfum
Thyme 31%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 13% vs 21%
Amber 12% vs 25%
Musk 7% vs 15%

Accords

Outlands Eau de Parfum Istanbul Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
75%
Warm Spicy
74%
74%
Aromatic
74%
54%
Vanilla
72%
70%
Fresh Spicy
51%
52%
Woody
64%
63%
Citrus
60%
Balsamic
61%
49%
Sweet
60%
Powdery
58%
46%
Patchouli
47%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
75%
74%
Aromatic shared
74%
74%
Vanilla shared
54%
72%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
51%
Woody shared
52%
64%
63%
Balsamic shared
60%
61%
Sweet shared
49%
60%
58%
Patchouli shared
46%
47%

Performance

Outlands Eau de Parfum Istanbul Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Outlands Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its nuclear performance and thick, oriental profile, Outlands is best reserved for cooler weather and evening wear. It shines on a date or at a formal event where its luxurious complexity can be appreciated, but its sheer power makes it too much for an office or casual setting.

Istanbul Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, subtle amber profile makes it adaptable for many settings, though it's too rich for sport. Many users find it perfect for office wear due to its moderate sillage and comforting nature, while its intimate warmth suits dates perfectly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
88%
Accord
91%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Geranium, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Outlands Eau de Parfum
Istanbul Eau de Parfum
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