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Oud de Nil Eau de Parfum bottle Oud de Nil EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2016 Year 2018
££ Price Tier £££££
Ahlam Eau de Parfum bottle Ahlam EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud de Nil EDP
This one's a proper grower, a controversial take on oud that starts strong and settles into something unexpectedly beautiful. It's divisive, with some finding it a bit 'much' at first, but for those who stick with it, Oud de Nil offers a surprisingly delicate interpretation of a classic.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ahlam EDP
A truly gorgeous, refined floral oud that showcases the best of Eastern and Western perfumery. It's a complex, sophisticated scent that's loved by many, even those who usually dislike oud or rose.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud de Nil EDP
Ahlam EDP

Notes

Only in Ahlam
Lemon 100%
Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 30%
Jasmine 22% vs 15%
Geranium 22% vs 15%

Accords

Oud de Nil Ahlam
100%
Woody
63%
Powdery
100%
97%
Rose
87%
96%
Oud
79%
82%
Amber
56%
71%
Citrus
58%
54%
Floral
61%
54%
Aromatic
54%
Sweet
54%
Woody shared
100%
63%
100%
Rose shared
97%
87%
Oud shared
96%
79%
Amber shared
82%
56%
Citrus shared
71%
58%
Floral shared
54%
61%
Aromatic shared
54%
54%
54%

Performance

Oud de Nil Ahlam
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud de Nil

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong opening and sophisticated oud-rose profile, this scent is better suited for evenings and special events rather than the office. Its longevity means it will carry you through a date or formal gathering with ease, though some find it can be a bit 'intense' for casual daytime wear.

Ahlam

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

This perfume's moderate to strong sillage and luxurious, complex floral-oud character make it ideal for formal events and romantic evenings. Its refined nature allows for some casual wear, but it's a bit too opulent for active sports or a quiet office environment.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, rose, oud

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud de Nil EDP
Ahlam EDP
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