Is Lattafa Asad Bourbon a dupe of Valentino Born In Roma Uomo?
Born In Roma Uomo EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2025 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Asad Bourbon EDP
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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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
How it unfolds
Notes
- Born In Roma Uomo
- Asad Bourbon
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a bold, masculine scent.
- You prefer premium, high-quality fragrances.
- You enjoy vibrant, synthetic sweet-mineral profiles.
- You need a budget-friendly fragrance.
- You seek a unisex scent.
- You are not fussy about synthetic profiles.
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.
A sweet, spiced gourmand for cold evenings. Lavender and mirabelle plum brighten the start, then cacao pod and nutmeg take over, with vanilla and amber behind. Long-lasting, with moderate projection.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Woody Notes
23% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Vetiver
12%
vs
5%
Woody Notes
23% share of the perfume
Salt
18% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
17% share of the perfume
Sage
15% share of the perfume
Ginger
9% share of the perfume
Pebbles
6% share of the perfume
Salt
18% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
17% share of the perfume
Pebbles
6% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Vetiver
Adds amber and cacao pod, drops ginger and pebbles
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