Magnifique
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oud Imperial
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Which Should You Buy?
Lancôme's Magnifique is a divisive, opinionated red-dress marvel for those who want a grown-up rose with a spicy, woody edge. It's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but for its loyal fans, it's a 'magnifique' original that transcends fleeting trends.
Oud Imperial is intensely dark, woody, and uncompromising. It's a challenging, polarising wear, with some finding it a luxurious, refined take on oud and others put off by its dryness and medicinal or even 'motor oil' facets. Definitely one to test before buying a full bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 25% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 18% | 19% |
| Warm | 25% | 24% |
| Woody | 27% | 32% |
| Earthy | 16% | 15% |
| Animalic | 8% | 5% |
| Fresh | 3% | 5% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its moderate to strong sillage and significant longevity, Magnifique commands attention, making it less suitable for a quiet office but perfect for evening dates and formal events. Its bold, spicy-woody character lends itself well to dressed-up occasions, though some find it versatile enough for more casual, daring wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and strong, dark accords make it unsuitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm colleagues. It excels in formal settings and evening dates, where its complexity and luxurious density can be fully appreciated. Not a casual or sport scent due to its heavy, serious nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Earthy accords and Caraway, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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