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Bengal Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Bengal Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2019 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Les Années 25 Eau de Toilette bottle Les Années 25 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bengal Oud EDP
Don't let the name fool you - this isn't an oud bomb, despite what Montale wants you to believe. Bengal Oud is a divisive beast, a leather-forward scent that smells great if you know what to expect, and disappointing if you were sold on the 'oud' marketing.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Les Années 25 EDP
A unique blend of spicy oriental notes with a fresh twist, perfect for those seeking a memorable and complex fragrance.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bengal Oud EDP
Les Années 25 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 49% vs 33%
Only in Bengal Oud
Bitter Orange 50%
Only in Les Années 25
Citrus 67%
Shared Notes
Leather 29% vs 54%
Rose 18% vs 45%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 24% vs 10%
Sandalwood 19% vs 13%
Cedar 18% vs 13%
Amber 16% vs 20%
Only in Bengal Oud
Musk 21%
Only in Les Années 25
Patchouli 24% Incense 17%

Accords

Bengal Oud Les Années 25
100%
Woody
50%
89%
Citrus
50%
84%
Leather
60%
Oriental
80%
66%
Powdery
64%
Aromatic
62%
Animalic
61%
Earthy
58%
Oud
52%
Musky
Woody shared
100%
50%
Citrus shared
89%
50%
Leather shared
84%
60%
80%
66%
64%
62%
61%
Oud
58%
52%

Performance

Bengal Oud Les Années 25
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bengal Oud

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:
Casual

Its moderate projection and good longevity make it suitable for various settings, though the strong leather might be a bit much for a formal office. It lends itself well to dates and more dressed-up casual wear, with many finding it sophisticated. It's too heavy and complex for sport.

Les Années 25

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

This fragrance features warm, spicy notes and a hint of freshness that make it suitable for cooler seasons and the transitional periods from spring to fall.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and balanced composition make it versatile for casual and date-related occasions, while being subtle enough for office settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, citrus, leather

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bengal Oud EDP
Les Années 25 EDP
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