Lancôme's Oud Bouquet is a divisive beast: you'll either adore its rich, sweet oud and rose blend, or find it utterly overwhelming. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but for those who love a bold, luxurious statement, it's pure gold.

Valencia mirrors Lancome Oud Bouquet's saffron-rose opening and gourmand oud-praline heart at 35% extrait, offering a plush, sweet oud experience for a fraction of the £195 original. It's a fair, accessible approximation of the original's velvety richness, though it doesn't reach the same depth or longevity as the niche formula.