Shaghaf Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud
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U Gender U
- Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
Oud Bouquet Eau de Parfum bottle Oud Bouquet
Our Verdict

Shaghaf Oud and Oud Bouquet both deliver a sweet, oud-centric punch, but they differ in overall refinement. Shaghaf Oud, the budget option, leans into a bolder, more intense sweetness that some find overwhelming. Oud Bouquet, while still potent, offers a smoother, more balanced blend of rose and oud, justifying its higher price point. If you crave raw power and don't mind a potentially challenging wear, Shaghaf Oud is your pick. If you prefer a sophisticated, luxurious take on the sweet oud theme, Oud Bouquet is the better choice.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Shaghaf Oud if...
  • You want maximum projection and longevity at a low price.
  • You enjoy a very sweet and potent oud fragrance.
  • You don't mind a potentially polarizing scent.
  • You want a fragrance that makes a strong statement.
Choose Oud Bouquet if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more refined oud and rose blend.
  • You appreciate higher-quality ingredients and blending.
  • You want a luxurious fragrance suitable for special occasions.
  • You prefer a more balanced, less overtly sweet oud.
Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud
Divisive yet legendary for its beastly performance, Shaghaf Oud is a nuclear-strength Arabian sweet oud. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent; if you get it, give it time to macerate and go easy on the sprays.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Oud Bouquet
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.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 3% 12%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 0%
Sweet 47% 30%
Warm 42% 20%
Woody 2% 36%
Earthy 16% 18%
Animalic 15% 6%
Fresh 0% 1%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shaghaf Oud EdP
Oud Bouquet EdP

Notes

Shaghaf Oud
Oud Bouquet

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Vanilla 50% Copaiba Balm 50%
Only in Shaghaf Oud
Saffron 100%
Only in Oud Bouquet
Guaiac Wood 100%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 45% vs 50%
Only in Shaghaf Oud
Praline 55%
Only in Oud Bouquet
Copaiba Balm 50%

Accords

Shaghaf Oud Oud Bouquet
100%
Sweet
100%
97%
Oud
90%
80%
Vanilla
77%
78%
Rose
77%
Woody
57%
Amber
57%
54%
Lactonic
54%
Balsamic
50%
48%
Nutty
48%
47%
Metallic
45%
Powdery
47%
44%
Floral
Sweet shared
100%
100%
Oud shared
97%
90%
Vanilla shared
80%
77%
Rose shared
78%
77%
57%
57%
Lactonic shared
54%
54%
50%
Nutty shared
48%
48%
47%
Powdery shared
45%
47%
44%

Performance

Shaghaf Oud Oud Bouquet
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Shaghaf Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This perfume is a 'beast mode' performer with nuclear projection and longevity, making it far too overpowering for an office setting. Its rich, sweet, and oud-heavy profile is best suited for evening events or cold weather outings where it can truly shine and garner attention.

Oud Bouquet

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance, potent sillage, and deep, sweet oud-rose profile, Oud Bouquet is best reserved for evenings and special occasions. It's too commanding for the office or a casual daytime outing, but perfect for making a luxurious statement on a date or at a formal event.

Where to buy

Shaghaf Oud
Oud Bouquet
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