Ilham al Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a serious, grown-up oud-rose fragrance that punches well above its price point. It's garnered a reputation as an excellent dupe for pricier equivalents, offering a compelling blend of sweetness and dark sophistication. Not for everyone, but a blind buy for fans of the genre.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a bold, confident blast of resinous leather and rose up top, but be warned: the drydown veers into a polarising 'old attic' or 'too sweet' territory for some. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like a bit of a challenge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 17% | 21% |
| Fruity | 9% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 23% | 18% |
| Warm | 27% | 27% |
| Woody | 17% | 7% |
| Earthy | 22% | 20% |
| Animalic | 22% | 18% |
| Fresh | 1% | 5% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sophisticated and rich profile, leaning towards strong projection for some, makes it less ideal for office wear. This is a scent for special occasions, evening events, and dates, where its luxurious character can shine without overpowering. Many reviews highlight its suitability for formal settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its bold, long-lasting nature and rich leather-amber profile make it too much for an office setting, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often highlight its 'night out' and 'winter' suitability, reinforcing its limited casual appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Leather, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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