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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper polariser. It's got serious Sauvage Elixir vibes, but dialled up on the fruit and sweetness, making it either a brilliant, more versatile alternative or a headache-inducing synthetic mess, depending on who you ask. Definitely a 'try before you buy' situation.
Al Oudh by L'Artisan Parfumeur is an utter provocateur. It's wildly divisive, with some finding it a deeply sensual masterpiece of animalic spice, while others recoil from its 'sweaty body odour' and 'unclean sex' vibe. Definitely not for the faint-hearted or those who prefer a polite crowd-pleaser.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 1% |
| Floral | 14% | 8% |
| Fruity | 6% | 8% |
| Green | 5% | 1% |
| Sweet | 27% | 31% |
| Warm | 26% | 28% |
| Woody | 11% | 14% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 8% | 12% |
| Fresh | 11% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast-mode projection and longevity make it too potent for most office environments, but perfect for dates and evening events where you want to be noticed. While some find it versatile for casual wear, its bold character and dark, sweet warmth lean more towards dressier or cooler weather occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This fragrance is definitely not office-safe due to its polarizing and often described 'body odour' scent profile. It's best suited for intimate date nights and specific casual settings where its audacious character can be appreciated, rather than formal events or sports where it would be far too much.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Amber accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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