Ispahan
| Edp | Concentration | PerfumeOil |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
The Fragrance World UK's £4.95/30ml interpretation of Dior Oud Ispahan (2012) - the pyramid maps the original's rose opening, oud heart, and labdanum dry-down. Liverpool dupe-house pricing on a recognisable smell-alike for casual rotation.
The Night Al Layl is a bold, resinous journey dominated by rich oud and intense amber, perfect for those who appreciate powerful, statement fragrances.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 26% | 21% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 22% | 19% |
| Warm | 23% | 31% |
| Woody | 23% | 20% |
| Earthy | 19% | 19% |
| Animalic | 16% | 21% |
| Fresh | 2% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rose-led opening and labdanum-anchored close mirror the original's seasonal range, though the budget composition fades faster than the Dior bottle in heavier conditions.
Occasions
A budget interpretation that keeps the original's structure - the dupe reads cleaner and shorter, making it best suited to casual rotation rather than as a replacement for the Dior signature.
Seasons
Rich oud and amber notes make this fragrance more suitable for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, where its deep intensity can be best appreciated.
Occasions
The opulent oud and resinous qualities are ideal for romantic evenings and formal events, where the fragrance's depth and strength can truly shine, but may be too intense for the office or casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Amber, Woody accords and Oud, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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