Is Perfume Parlour Desert Royal a dupe of Memo Paris Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Desert Royal EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Abu Dhabi
- Desert Royal
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
Abu Dhabi is a divisive Middle Eastern gourmand that some swear by as a compliment magnet and others simply call "yuck." It's not for everyone, with its rich, sweet, and occasionally smoky profile, but it definitely sparks conversation.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris. It leans on Plum, Cardamom, Dates to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This scent is too dominant and sweet for an office environment, but its rich gourmand and amber accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events. It's also suitable for cooler casual outings, given its strong projection and longevity as noted by many reviews.
Seasons
The warm spicy character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its warm spicy, fruity signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.
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 6 notes is in the original, including Date, Amber, Vetiver
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
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$209.99 plus sales tax
FragranceNet - 2.5 fl oz (75 ml)
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$209.99 plus sales tax
FragranceNet - 2.5 fl oz (75 ml) - $82.80/fl oz
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Desert Royal EDP
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