Symptom
| Edp | Concentration | PerfumeOil |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Le Labo Tabac 28 Miami
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
The Fragrance World UK's £4.95/30ml interpretation of Initio Side Effect (2016) - the pyramid maps the original's rum opening, tobacco heart, and oud dry-down. Liverpool dupe-house pricing on a recognisable smell-alike for casual rotation.
A striking blend of tobacco and spices that balances sophistication with a comforting warmth. Ideal for cooler months.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 30% | 32% |
| Warm | 33% | 33% |
| Woody | 22% | 18% |
| Earthy | 14% | 19% |
| Animalic | 16% | 8% |
| Fresh | 1% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rum-led opening and oud-anchored close mirror the original's seasonal range, though the budget composition fades faster than the Initio 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 Initio signature.
Seasons
The warm, tobacco and spicy notes of this fragrance are well-suited for cooler months like fall and winter, but its composition allows some flexibility for spring use as well.
Occasions
The subtle projection and blend of warm spices and tobacco make it suitable for date nights, while also being moderate enough for casual or office settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Tobacco, Woody accords and Tobacco, Rum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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