Calamity J Eau de Parfum vs Oud Al Shams Eau de Parfum

Calamity J

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2024
££	Price Tier	££

Oud Al Shams

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Calamity J

Calamity J is a polarising beast, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some find it a sophisticated, soft amber-patchouli dream, others a 'calamity' of burned wood and 'wet sauvage animal hair'. It's been discontinued, which only adds to its mystique and desirability for its fans.

Statement

Our Verdict - Oud Al Shams

Oud Al Shams is a deep, warm, and sophisticated oud that's far from a beast mode monster. It's a surprisingly accessible introduction to oud, maintaining a sense of luxury without overwhelming the senses. A solid choice for anyone after an elegant, mysterious aura.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	14%	12%
Fruity	1%	5%
Green	1%	0%
Sweet	26%	28%
Warm	36%	35%
Woody	16%	16%
Earthy	14%	11%
Animalic	13%	17%
Fresh	2%	2%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Calamity J EdP

Oud Al Shams EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Cinnamon 100%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 100% vs 33%

Only in Oud Al Shams

Pepper 33% Incense 33%

Only in Calamity J

Iris 60% Iso E Super 40%

Only in Oud Al Shams

Osmanthus 50% Oud 50%

Shared Notes

Musk 11% vs 33%

Tonka Bean 10% vs 33%

Vanilla 10% vs 33%

Only in Calamity J

Amber 16% Patchouli 16% Labdanum 10% Castoreum 9% Civet 8% Cetalox 8%

Accords

Calamity J Oud Al Shams

100%

Amber

84%

72%

Warm Spicy

100%

56%

Vanilla

96%

80%

Woody

79%

Musky

69%

Fresh Spicy

77%

69%

Powdery

61%

56%

Cinnamon

69%

Oud

69%

Floral

65%

61%

Patchouli

Fruity

61%

57%

Iris

52%

Earthy

Amber shared

100%

84%

Warm Spicy shared

72%

100%

Vanilla shared

56%

96%

Woody

80%

Musky shared

79%

69%

Fresh Spicy

77%

Powdery shared

69%

61%

Cinnamon shared

56%

69%

Oud

69%

Floral

65%

Patchouli

61%

Fruity

61%

Iris

57%

Earthy

52%

Performance

Calamity J Oud Al Shams

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Calamity J

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its bold, assertive character and moderate sillage make it suitable for dates and evening wear, despite some finding it too weak. The rich amber and musky accords lean it away from casual daytime or office settings.

Oud Al Shams

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

This fragrance's warm, spicy, and amber accords make it unsuitable for sporting activities and a bit too rich for an office setting. It truly shines in evening wear, especially for dates or formal events, where its luxurious character can be fully appreciated.