Ilham al Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Jean Lowe Nouveau
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a serious, grown-up oud-rose fragrance that punches well above its price point. It's garnered a reputation as an excellent dupe for pricier equivalents, offering a compelling blend of sweetness and dark sophistication. Not for everyone, but a blind buy for fans of the genre.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Some reckon it's a sophisticated, masculine dream, others smell something closer to a tyre factory. Definitely not for a blind buy - you'll either swoon or run for the hills.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 17% | 9% |
| Fruity | 9% | 7% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 23% | 17% |
| Warm | 27% | 24% |
| Woody | 17% | 22% |
| Earthy | 22% | 27% |
| Animalic | 22% | 24% |
| Fresh | 1% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
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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
Its sophisticated and rich profile, leaning towards strong projection for some, makes it less ideal for office wear. This is a scent for special occasions, evening events, and dates, where its luxurious character can shine without overpowering. Many reviews highlight its suitability for formal settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent oud, leather, and smoky accords, combined with reports of strong sillage, make it too dominant for an office setting. However, its bold and mysterious character is well-suited for evening dates or formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Leather, Smoky accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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