Is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Greatness?
Oud for Greatness EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Oil |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2023 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Shaghaf Oud Oil
Oud for Greatness and Shaghaf Oud both feature saffron and warm spicy notes, but diverge significantly in their overall profiles. Oud for Greatness offers a balanced blend of spice, wood, and a touch of mystery, resulting in a refined, high-quality oud experience. Shaghaf Oud, in contrast, is a much sweeter and bolder fragrance, often described as a 'nuclear' oud due to its intense projection and sweetness. The Initio is more versatile and easier to wear, while Shaghaf Oud is a statement scent that demands attention and may not be suitable for all occasions or preferences. Consider your sweetness tolerance and desired intensity when choosing.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Oud for Greatness
- Shaghaf Oud
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a more refined and balanced oud fragrance.
- You want a higher-quality scent with better ingredients.
- You desire versatility for various occasions.
- You want a magnetic fragrance that isn't too overpowering.
- You love extremely sweet and bold oud fragrances.
- You're seeking maximum projection and longevity at a lower price.
- You want a fragrance that makes a strong statement.
- You enjoy fragrances that are unique and polarizing.
A powerhouse oud that balances spice, wood, and mystery in a regal, magnetic blend. Not for the faint of heart, its projection and gravitas command attention and linger long after you leave the room.
The concentrated oil of Swiss Arabian's Shaghaf Oud in a 12 ml bottle: saffron and oud over rose, praline and vanilla. Sweet, dense and warm, made for autumn and winter evenings, and applied by hand, so it sits closer than the spray.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Saffron
31%
vs
14%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oud for Greatness thrives in cold temperatures, where its warm, spicy, and resinous richness truly shines. While wearable in spring, it can be overwhelming in heat, making it ideal for crisp autumn evenings and the depths of winter.
Occasions
This is a statement scent best reserved for formal events, special nights out, or romantic encounters. Its power and sillage can be too assertive for the office or casual, sporty settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume is a 'beast mode' performer with nuclear projection and longevity, making it far too overpowering for an office setting. Its rich, sweet, and oud-heavy profile is best suited for evening events or cold weather outings where it can truly shine and garner attention.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 6 notes, including Saffron
Adds oud and praline, drops lavender and musk
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