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Born In Roma Uomo Eau de Toilette bottle Born In Roma Uomo EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2019 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £
Asad Bourbon Eau de Parfum bottle Asad Bourbon EDP
Our Verdict

Born In Roma Uomo by Valentino and Asad Bourbon by Lattafa are distinctly different despite their shared sweet accords and vetiver notes. Valentino's offering is a premium Eau de Toilette that exudes a vibrant, synthetic boldness perfect for making a statement during a night out. It's confident and playful, appealing to those who enjoy modern, masculine scents. In contrast, Asad Bourbon is a budget-friendly Eau de Parfum with a unisex appeal. While it attempts sophistication, it often falls into a muddled, synthetic profile. Ideal for those seeking a low-cost option, but it may not satisfy discerning noses. Choose Valentino for premium quality and impact, and Lattafa for affordability and versatility.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Born In Roma Uomo if...
  • You want a bold, masculine scent.
  • You prefer premium, high-quality fragrances.
  • You enjoy vibrant, synthetic sweet-mineral profiles.
Choose Asad Bourbon if...
  • You need a budget-friendly fragrance.
  • You seek a unisex scent.
  • You are not fussy about synthetic profiles.
Our Verdict - Born In Roma Uomo EDT
A vibrant, sweet-mineral masculine with a bold, synthetic edge that stands out from the crowd. Born In Roma Uomo is playful and modern, best for nights out or casual confidence-never shy, always noticed.
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Our Verdict - Asad Bourbon EDP
A divisive scent for the masses, Asad Bourbon aims for sophisticated sweetness but can come across as a muddled, synthetic mess. It's affordable, but you get what you pay for; a good enough dupe if you're not fussy, but don't expect miracles.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Born In Roma Uomo EDT
Asad Bourbon EDP

Notes

Only in Born In Roma Uomo
Sage 51% Ginger 49%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 44% vs 23%
Only in Born In Roma Uomo
Woody 56%
Only in Asad Bourbon
Vanilla 44% Amber 32%

Accords

Born In Roma Uomo Asad Bourbon
Vanilla
100%
90%
Sweet
78%
Cacao
90%
Lavender
76%
70%
Fresh
Amber
66%
Aromatic
63%
Powdery
58%
55%
Fruity
50%
Spicy
100%
Sweet shared
90%
78%
90%
76%
70%
66%
63%
58%
55%
50%

Performance

Born In Roma Uomo Asad Bourbon
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Born In Roma Uomo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Born In Roma Uomo’s sweet, mineral-green freshness and moderate warmth make it shine in spring and fall, providing contrast to crisp air. Its sweetness and synthetic edge hold up in cooler months, but may be too much for peak summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its sweet, modern, attention-grabbing profile is ideal for dates and casual wear, while moderate projection suits semi-formal settings. The synthetic-sweet character is less suited for formal or athletic environments.

Asad Bourbon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

This is a strong, sweet fragrance with a good projection that's best suited for cooler weather. While some find it versatile enough for daily office wear, its intensity and sweetness make it more appropriate for nights out or casual gatherings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
1%
Key Similarities

Both share Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Born In Roma Uomo EDT
Asad Bourbon EDP
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