Is Maison Alhambra Fabulo Intense a dupe of Tom Ford Fabulous?
Fabulous EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Fabulo Intense EDP
Fucking Fabulous by Tom Ford is a luxury fragrance that exudes opulence with its bold blend of smoky leather, sweet almond, and resinous amber. It is perfect for those seeking a sophisticated, unforgettable scent. On the other hand, Fabulo Intense by Maison Alhambra is positioned in the mid-price tier, providing a more budget-friendly alternative. While the core notes may share similarities, Fabulo Intense's composition is yet to be fully evaluated for depth and longevity. Choose Fucking Fabulous for a statement fragrance that embodies luxury, or opt for Fabulo Intense if you're seeking a more affordable option that captures a similar essence.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Fabulous
- Fabulo Intense
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You desire a luxury statement scent.
- You appreciate smoky leather notes.
- You want an unforgettable, bold fragrance.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly option.
- You want a dupe of a luxury fragrance.
- You prefer mid-tier fragrances.
Divisive, polarising, and impossible to ignore. Some find it a masterpiece of complex leathery sophistication, others a medicinal baby wipe nightmare. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it scent that backs up its bold name.
This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a spot-on, long-lasting dupe for a much pricier original, a bold, unique statement. Others call it headache-inducing, synthetic baby wipes or even shoe polish. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you like quirky, creamy-leathery scents, it might be your jam.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and intense, luxurious profile, this is best suited for evening occasions like dates or formal events. It's too bold and potentially distracting for an office environment, and definitely not a gym scent.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its bold and projecting nature, combined with a unique, non-mainstream scent profile, makes it a bit much for most offices but excellent for dates and formal events. While some find it casual, its intensity means it's best avoided for active sport.
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.
Every one of its 10 notes is in the original, including Iris, Leather, Woody Notes
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
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