Original Eau de Toilette bottle Original
Edt Concentration Edp
M Gender U
1959 Year 2018
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Original Eau de Toilette
A masterclass in aromatic masculinity, Tabac Original bridges old school barbershop with modern freshness. Versatile, reliable, and quietly charismatic, it never shouts but always feels composed.
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Our Verdict - Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
This one's a mixed bag. Some find it a clean, sophisticated rose-oud, others a medicinal, sharp mess. If you're after a less sweet, more herbal take on the classic rose-oud combo, Oud Silk Mood might just be your jam-free jam. Be warned: it's not for everyone, and the oud might play hide-and-seek.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19% 11%
Floral 21% 37%
Fruity 2% 2%
Green 13% 11%
Sweet 8% 8%
Warm 8% 6%
Woody 19% 18%
Earthy 7% 7%
Animalic 9% 1%
Fresh 21% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Original EdT
Oud Silk Mood EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 21% vs 23%
Only in Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
Rose 46% Chamomile 30%
Only in Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
Guaiac Wood 52% Hedione 48%

Accords

Original Eau de Toilette Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
Rose
100%
92%
Aromatic
45%
Oud
89%
87%
Woody
79%
54%
Floral
82%
68%
Herbal
57%
63%
Fresh Spicy
56%
47%
Citrus
50%
Green
50%
38%
Powdery
100%
Aromatic shared
92%
45%
Oud
89%
Woody shared
87%
79%
Floral shared
54%
82%
Herbal shared
68%
57%
Fresh Spicy shared
63%
56%
Citrus shared
47%
50%
50%
38%

Performance

Original Eau de Toilette Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Original Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Bright citrus and aromatic herbs make this ideal for spring, while the woody and powdery base gives enough warmth for fall. It can work in summer if applied lightly but stays more restrained in winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Refined yet understated projection makes it well suited to the office or casual daywear. Its classic, clean masculinity offers some date appeal but is less fitting for sports or black tie.

Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

With strong projection and impressive longevity, this fragrance leans away from casual or office wear, though its 'clean' quality offers versatility. It's best reserved for formal events or romantic dates where its elegant, sophisticated character can truly shine without overpowering the setting.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
80%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
80%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Woody, Herbal accords and Chamomile, Bergamot notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Original Eau de Toilette
Oud Silk Mood Eau de Parfum
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