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Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum bottle Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2014 Year 2019
£££££ Price Tier £££££
Lakmé Eau de Parfum bottle Lakmé EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum
A Roja Dove classic that feels less original thanks to its close resemblance to UAE Spirit of the Union. If you don't already own that, it's a superb rose oud with impressive performance, but it's divisive on value for money.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Lakmé EDP
A truly gorgeous rose perfume with buttery depth and a dewy, fresh feel, Lakmé is as delicate as it is versatile. However, be warned: the performance is notoriously subtle, so don't expect a beast mode scent from this opera house special.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum
Lakmé EDP

Notes

Accords

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Lakmé
100%
Amber
77%
94%
Rose
100%
58%
Woody
85%
Floral
77%
71%
Oud
68%
Aromatic
Powdery
68%
63%
Aldehydic
61%
Musky
58%
58%
Fresh
58%
Citrus
54%
Earthy
52%
Amber shared
100%
77%
Rose shared
94%
100%
Woody shared
58%
85%
77%
Oud
71%
68%
68%
63%
Musky shared
61%
58%
Fresh shared
58%
58%
54%
52%

Performance

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Lakmé
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and lasting power make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights and formal events where you want to make a statement. The opulent rose and oud profile lends itself well to special occasions, though some find it versatile enough for daily use.

Lakmé

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its delicate sillage and fresh floral heart make Lakmé a sophisticated choice suitable for office wear, while its undeniable elegance and romantic rose accord position it perfectly for formal events and dates. It's a bit too refined for casual everyday wear and certainly not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
75%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, rose, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fortnum & Mason Taif Oud Parfum
Lakmé EDP
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