Is Rogue Perfumery Chypre-Siam a dupe of Khadlaj Perfumes Hareem Al Sultan Gold?
Hareem Al Sultan Gold EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2023 | Year | 2017 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Chypre-Siam EDP
While both share citrus, woods, and white florals, they diverge significantly. Chypre-Siam is a vintage-style chypre, dominated by oakmoss and classic perfumery. Hareem Al Sultan Gold leans into a modern, fruity-musk profile, aiming for a tropical vibe. The former is for those seeking traditional sophistication, the latter for those wanting a playful, contemporary scent. Chypre-Siam risks smelling dated to some, while Hareem Al Sultan Gold can be polarizing if not allowed to macerate properly. The similarity is only skin deep.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Hareem Al Sultan Gold
- Chypre-Siam
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You appreciate classic, vintage-style perfumery.
- Oakmoss is a note you actively seek out.
- You want a sophisticated and timeless fragrance.
- You prefer a chypre fragrance profile.
- You enjoy modern, fruity-musk scents.
- You want a playful and tropical fragrance.
- You prefer something contemporary and trendy.
- You like strong, attention-grabbing perfumes.
Loud and juicy, a fruity musk with a cheeky streak and plenty of staying power. Pineapple, peach and plum sparkle with bergamot and jasmine, and powdery musk and sandalwood take over.
Chypre-Siam is a glorious, unapologetically vintage chypre that splits opinion right down the middle. For some, it's a classy, authentic nod to the past; for others, it's a dated, overwhelming "grandmother's scent". If you crave oakmoss and proper perfumery, this is your jam.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Oakmoss
14% share of the perfume
Civet
12% share of the perfume
Benzoin
8% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
7% share of the perfume
Leather
7% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
11%
vs
4%
Jasmine
7%
vs
13%
Pineapple
21% share of the perfume
Musk
13% share of the perfume
Bergamot
13% share of the perfume
Peach
13% share of the perfume
Patchouli
8% share of the perfume
Peony
7% share of the perfume
Plum
7% share of the perfume
Oakmoss
14% share of the perfume
Lime
14% share of the perfume
Civet
12% share of the perfume
Ylang-Ylang
10% share of the perfume
Basil
10% share of the perfume
Benzoin
8% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
7% share of the perfume
Leather
7% share of the perfume
Bergamot
13% share of the perfume
Jasmine
8% share of the perfume
Peony
7% share of the perfume
Pineapple
21% share of the perfume
Peach
13% share of the perfume
Plum
7% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
11%
vs
4%
Oakmoss
14% share of the perfume
Civet
12% share of the perfume
Benzoin
8% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
7% share of the perfume
Leather
7% share of the perfume
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
Pineapple, peach and plum are summer fruit, so summer leads and spring follows. Cooler months mute its juicy sparkle.
Occasions
Sweet, fruity and musky, it suits casual wear and dates, where its strong projection can shine. For the office, apply it lightly.
Seasons
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and old-school, complex profile, Chypre-Siam isn't ideal for a typical office environment. Its elegant character and impressive longevity make it perfect for formal events or sophisticated date nights where you want to make a statement.
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 9 notes, including Sandalwood, Jasmine
Adds bergamot and musk, drops basil and benzoin
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