Is Lattafa Safeer a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Happiness?
Oud for Happiness EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2024 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Safeer EDP
While both Safeer and Oud for Happiness share fresh spicy, woody, and citrus facets, their impact differs significantly. Safeer presents a warmer, gourmand-leaning spice profile, reminiscent of Christmas, while Oud for Happiness leans into a more challenging and polarizing experience with its distinctive oud and potentially animalic undertones. Safeer is more mass-appealing and easier to wear, especially in cooler weather. Oud for Happiness will suit those seeking a unique and daring fragrance that challenges the norms. Ultimately, Safeer is the safer bet, while Oud for Happiness prioritizes originality above all.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a cozy, warm spicy scent.
- You prefer scents with gourmand undertones.
- You want a fragrance that's easier to wear.
- You like a scent reminiscent of Christmas.
- You want a fragrance that is mass-appealing.
- You love challenging and unique scents.
- You seek a bold, polarizing fragrance.
- You appreciate strong oud notes.
- You want a fragrance that stands out.
- You prefer something daring and original.
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 warm spicy stunner you either love or just quite like. This isn't your everyday spritz; it's a bold statement, often drawing comparisons to Christmas in a bottle. Spritz sparingly, it's potent.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and warm, spicy character make it less suitable for office environments, as noted by its 'strong' and 'heavy' nature. However, it shines on dates and formal occasions due to its sophisticated, attention-grabbing aroma, though it's a bit much for casual wear or sport.
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 13 notes, including Bergamot
Adds cumin and cypress, drops ginger and green notes
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United Kingdom from the United States. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work