OUD ROSE
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 1980 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
La Belle de Russie
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Which Should You Buy?
A modern, peppery take on rose and oud that's smooth and romantic, with a fruity kick. It's affordable, but be warned: some find the patchouli in the drydown a bit much, and the berry can lean artificial for some noses. Approach with an open mind.
A fascinating, divisive relic from the Soviet Union, La Belle de Russie is either an incredible, affordable dupe for Dior's Midnight Poison or a cheap, urine-tinged disappointment. It's a risk worth taking for those curious about its historical context and potential for sophisticated depth.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 31% | 27% |
| Fruity | 21% | 21% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 29% | 27% |
| Warm | 11% | 7% |
| Woody | 10% | 15% |
| Earthy | 9% | 12% |
| Animalic | 7% | 7% |
| Fresh | 11% | 11% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
While its sweet, sensual nature makes it perfect for dates and evening wear, the strong rose and oud accords mean it's a bit much for the office. It can be dressed down for casual evening events, but it's not suited for sporty activities.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its rich, woody, and balsamic accords make it excellent for evening and formal wear, including dates. Some find it light enough for daytime, but its depth and potential for strong sillage might be too much for an office setting or casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Powdery accords and Blackcurrant, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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