Is Perfume Parlour Oud Reef a dupe of Reef Perfumes Reef 33?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Reef 33 is a hugely popular Oudh for good reason, offering a smooth, unique take on the classic Middle Eastern profile. It's a crowd-pleaser and a compliment magnet, but if you're expecting beast-mode sillage from every batch, you might be out of luck.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Reef 33 by Reef Perfumes - a oud fragrance led by Saffron, with warm spicy depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its generally strong performance and bold scent profile make it less suited for an office environment, though some find it versatile. The rich, oriental leanings and compliment-getting nature make it perfect for dates and evening events, while its wearability for many means it can easily elevate casual outings too.
Seasons
Reach for it across autumn and winter, where the oud signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits evening and daily settings; the easy, cosy character keeps it versatile for formal rotation too.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 5 notes, including Oud, Saffron
Adds amber and musk, drops rosemary
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Reef 33 EDP
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Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work