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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. If you're a fan of rich, sweet oud with a fruity twist and impressive longevity, you'll be chuffed. But if you're not into intense, traditional Middle Eastern scents, steer clear. Definitely not a blind buy.
This one's a slow burner, starting off a bit much for some but settling into a gorgeous, subtle scent. It's divisive but ultimately wins most people over with its unique progression.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 29% | 23% |
| Fruity | 10% | 13% |
| Green | 2% | 0% |
| Sweet | 24% | 21% |
| Warm | 23% | 29% |
| Woody | 18% | 15% |
| Earthy | 11% | 14% |
| Animalic | 13% | 12% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, Natural Oud is far too potent for the office. It's best reserved for evening wear, like dates or formal events, where it can make a statement without overwhelming. Its intense, warm spicy and oud profile means it's not suited for casual daytime activities or sport.
Seasons
Occasions
Its initial intensity might be too much for an office, but its subtle, evolving nature makes it perfect for dates or more intimate settings. The warm, sophisticated dry-down also suits semi-formal events, though it's too refined for casual sport wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Warm Spicy, Metallic accords and Oud, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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