Oblique Fast Forward Eau de Parfum bottle Oblique Fast Forward
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2000 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Need-U Eau de Parfum bottle Need-U

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oblique Fast Forward
A lost gem from the 00s, Oblique Fast Forward has a cult following of devotees literally begging for its return. Its clean, subtle freshness feels distinctly modern, proving that sometimes, they really don't make them like they used to. A true 'if you know, you know' scent.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Need-U
Need-U is less of a perfume and more of a personal secret. It's a 'your skin but better' scent, so effortlessly clean and subtle it barely registers for some, making its poor performance a dealbreaker. But for those who get it, it's a quiet perfection.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 15%
Floral 17% 16%
Fruity 5% 3%
Green 11% 2%
Sweet 11% 9%
Warm 10% 11%
Woody 15% 8%
Earthy 5% 3%
Animalic 15% 15%
Fresh 29% 41%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oblique Fast Forward EdP
Need-U EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 57% vs 39%
Only in Oblique Fast Forward
Sichuan Pepper 43%
Only in Need-U
Sea Water 61%
Shared Notes
Musk 49% vs 40%
Only in Oblique Fast Forward
Cedar 51%

Accords

Oblique Fast Forward Need-U
100%
Marine
75%
52%
Musky
100%
80%
Aquatic
56%
White Floral
80%
75%
Aromatic
65%
Amber
69%
64%
Ozonic
58%
Salty
48%
56%
Woody
47%
Powdery
55%
Citrus
52%
52%
Fresh
Marine shared
100%
75%
Musky shared
52%
100%
80%
White Floral shared
56%
80%
Aromatic shared
75%
65%
69%
64%
Salty shared
58%
48%
56%
Powdery shared
47%
55%
52%
52%

Performance

Oblique Fast Forward Need-U
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Oblique Fast Forward

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its subtly fresh and clean aquatic profile makes it highly versatile for casual outings and even the office, as it's never overpowering. While not ideal for formal events due to its relaxed nature, it's perfect for sport given its marine and green notes.

Need-U

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its extremely light projection and 'skin scent' nature make it perfect for office wear or casual settings where stronger scents might be overpowering. While some find it 'sexy' for dates, its limited longevity means it's best for close encounters or short activities rather than formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
81%
Olfactory
90%
Notes
78%
Accord
67%
Key Similarities

Both share Marine, Aromatic, Salty accords and Jasmine, Sea Water notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oblique Fast Forward
Need-U
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