Is Lattafa Al Noble Safeer a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Happiness?
Oud for Happiness EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2023 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Al Noble Safeer EDP
Oud for Happiness (Initio) and Al Noble Safeer (Lattafa) both aim for a spicy, woody experience, but diverge significantly in execution and price. Initio's creation is a polarizing, luxurious spice-bomb with sweet vanilla nuances. Lattafa's take offers a drier, more austere interpretation at a budget price point. The defining difference lies in the sweetness and complexity; Initio bursts with vibrant spices and a sweet drydown, while Lattafa focuses on dry woods and herbal elements. If you're seeking bold sweetness and complexity, go with Initio. For a more subdued, budget-friendly alternative, Lattafa is the better choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Oud for Happiness
- Al Noble Safeer
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a potent and long-lasting fragrance.
- You appreciate complex, nuanced scents.
- You enjoy sweet vanilla and licorice notes.
- Price is not a concern for you.
- You prefer drier, less sweet fragrances.
- You are on a budget.
- You want a versatile, everyday oud scent.
- You like herbal and green notes.
Divisive but undoubtedly distinctive, Oud for Happiness is either a vibrant, uplifting spice-bomb or a 'rotting animal corpse' with a hint of 'jerky chicken'. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who love it, really love it.
A budget Oud for Happiness interpretation built on the same herbal-and-guaiac woody spine that defines the Initio, leaning drier and more austere with less of the original's sweet licorice-vanilla finish.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Herbal
40%
Green Notes
33%
Spicy Notes
28%
Base Notes
Bergamot
50%
vs
46%
Green Notes
31%
vs
32%
Artemisia
53%
Herbal
40%
Spicy Notes
28%
Guaiac Wood
21%
Juniper
16%
Frankincense
15%
Cumin
13%
Patchouli
12%
Labdanum
12%
Nutty Notes
11%
Bergamot
50%
vs
46%
Ginger
50%
Artemisia
53%
Licorice
100%
Herbal
40%
Green Notes
33%
Spicy Notes
28%
Guaiac Wood
21%
Juniper
16%
Frankincense
15%
Cumin
13%
Patchouli
12%
Labdanum
12%
Nutty Notes
11%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its robust projection and very long-lasting nature, coupled with its bold, spicy and green character, make it less ideal for a restrained office environment. However, its unique and appealing profile lends itself well to casual outings, dating, and even more daring formal events where making a statement is desired.
Seasons
The herbal-aromatic top and guaiac-frankincense woody base read best in cooler temperatures where the resinous notes have room to develop; spring works as a daytime option, and the dry composition stays legible in summer heat without going thin.
Occasions
Moderate projection and aromatic-woody profile make it a versatile office and casual choice; the herbal sophistication carries date and formal wear without the heft of a heavy oud, though sport feels mismatched.
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 2 of its 12 notes, including Bergamot, Green Notes
Adds artemisia and cumin, drops ginger and licorice
Where to buy
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