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Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble Eau de Parfum bottle Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender F
2018 Year 2011
££ Price Tier ££££
Attar Alwan Eau de Parfum bottle Attar Alwan EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble EDP
This one is a real head-scratcher. Some find it a luxuriously elegant take on rose and musk, while others are baffled by its aldehydic sharpness and surprisingly poor performance - a true love-it-or-hate-it Guerlain. Definitely try before you buy, as skin chemistry plays a huge role here.
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Our Verdict - Attar Alwan EDP
Divisive, absolutely. This one's either a vibrant, sparkling rose-aldehyde dream or a full-on grandma scent - there's really no in-between. Don't blind buy, trust me.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble EDP
Attar Alwan EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 40% vs 26%
Aldehydes 30% vs 18%
Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble
Pink Pepper 29%
Only in Attar Alwan
Rose 36% Citrus 19%
Shared Notes
Geranium 20% vs 33%
Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble
Musk 41% Rose 39%
Only in Attar Alwan
Nutmeg 34% Heliotrope 32%
Shared Notes
Amber 20% vs 26%
Labdanum 18% vs 21%
Only in Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble
Leather 22% Cedar 20% Orris 19%
Only in Attar Alwan
Patchouli 27% Musk 25%

Accords

Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble Attar Alwan
100%
Musky
56%
93%
Rose
100%
67%
Warm Spicy
77%
76%
Powdery
63%
71%
Leather
65%
Amber
67%
Floral
58%
58%
Woody
55%
Animalic
Patchouli
54%
51%
Aldehydic
Aromatic
50%
Citrus
50%
49%
Metallic
Musky shared
100%
56%
Rose shared
93%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
67%
77%
Powdery shared
76%
63%
71%
Amber shared
65%
67%
58%
58%
55%
54%
51%
50%
50%
49%

Performance

Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble Attar Alwan
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

While some find it potent, others report poor projection, suggesting its overall suitability is mixed. The dominant rose, musk, and spicy-oriental character, along with its luxurious feel, leans heavily towards formal and date wear, less so for casual or office settings.

Attar Alwan

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its bold projection and classic, opulent character make it less suitable for a modern office or casual wear. Best reserved for formal events or a special night out where its rich accords can truly shine without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean musky, rose, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble EDP
Attar Alwan EDP
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