Xclusif Oud Bleu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2022 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Manila
ScentArt
A
Xclusif Oud Bleu
B
Manila
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously impressive Layton clone, with some even claiming it surpasses the original. It nails that sweet, spicy, and slightly mentholated DNA, offering beast-mode performance for a fraction of the cost. A must-try.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Manila Eau de Parfum
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Parfums de Marly Layton (2016) - apple, violet and vanilla 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 | 10% | 30% |
| Floral | 21% | 40% |
| Fruity | 8% | 45% |
| Green | 9% | 15% |
| Sweet | 21% | 65% |
| Warm | 19% | 75% |
| Woody | 14% | 60% |
| Earthy | 8% | 25% |
| Animalic | 5% | 10% |
| Fresh | 17% | 35% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Xclusif Oud Bleu
EdP
Manila
EdP
Notes
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Manila Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Apple
26%
vs
31%
Lavender
21%
vs
22%
Bergamot
13%
vs
25%
Only in Manila Eau de Parfum
Cardamom
20%
Shared Notes
Geranium
26%
vs
23%
Jasmine
20%
vs
31%
Violet
20%
vs
44%
Only in Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Cardamom
33%
Accords
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Manila Eau de Parfum
Performance
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Manila Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Strong
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Casual
Formal
Its potent projection and longevity make it a bit much for the office, risking olfactory fatigue for others. However, its sophisticated and alluring profile, praised repeatedly in reviews, makes it perfect for dates and evening events. It's too rich for sport, but versatile enough for casual wear in cooler weather.
Manila Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Summer
Apple-violet-vanilla versatile across cool weather.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Date
Casual
Formal
Date night, office, formal - signature versatility.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
94%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities
Both share Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Aromatic accords and Apple, Bergamot notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Manila Eau de Parfum
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