Oud Is Great
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Luxor
ScentArt
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Oud Is Great
B
Luxor
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper dark horse. Often described as a softer, more wearable take on Oud for Greatness, it's a stellar dupe that offers incredible bang for your buck. You're either going to love its synthetic edge or be totally put off, but for many, it's a solid win.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Luxor Eau de Parfum
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Initio Parfums Prives Oud for Greatness (2019) - lavender, oud and oud translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 5% |
| Floral | 4% | 10% |
| Fruity | 0% | 5% |
| Green | 2% | 5% |
| Sweet | 10% | 30% |
| Warm | 26% | 90% |
| Woody | 32% | 90% |
| Earthy | 29% | 60% |
| Animalic | 30% | 55% |
| Fresh | 6% | 15% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Oud Is Great
EdP
Luxor
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Notes
Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Luxor Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Luxor Eau de Parfum
Performance
Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Luxor Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Strong
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Formal
Also Works:
Casual
While some note moderate performance post-maceration, this oud-heavy scent is best reserved for evenings and cooler weather. It's too bold for the office but shines on dates and formal events, leaving a memorable trail.
Luxor Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
Oud-saffron beast built for winter and autumn; far too dense for warm weather.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Formal
Also Works:
Casual
Formal evening, statement wear. Office wear not advised - very loud.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
98%
Accord
53%
Key Similarities
Both share Oud, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Lavender, Saffron notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Oud Is Great Eau de Parfum
Luxor Eau de Parfum
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