Imperial Valley
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Valley Spice
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Imperial Valley is divisive, hailed as a masterpiece by some and a scrubber by others. This beast-mode Arab-Western fusion of fresh oud and leather needs to be tested on skin before committing, as its strength and unique profile aren't for everyone.
Valley Spice recreates Gissah's Imperial Valley - that mature, leathery oud-amber that's become a go-to gateway oud. Wearers call the dupe a well-done reproduction with strong longevity, and it lands close to the original's warm, resinous character. A genuinely accomplished, affordable oud-amber.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 10% |
| Floral | 10% | 7% |
| Fruity | 11% | 8% |
| Green | 4% | 8% |
| Sweet | 7% | 11% |
| Warm | 19% | 23% |
| Woody | 13% | 20% |
| Earthy | 12% | 15% |
| Animalic | 28% | 27% |
| Fresh | 12% | 11% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office settings as it's often described as 'too much'. However, its long lasting, projecting nature and luxurious profile make it perfect for dates, casual outings, and can even work in formal settings if applied sparingly.
Seasons
The warm leathery oud and resinous amber are at their best in autumn and winter, where the richness blooms rather than overwhelms.
Occasions
A mature, sophisticated oud-amber suited to evenings, formal occasions and dates more than the office or daytime casual.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Oud accords and Bergamot, Davana notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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