Oligarch Eau de Parfum bottle Oligarch
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2016 Year 2023
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Imperium Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Imperium Intense

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oligarch
If you're after a fresh, luxurious citrus bomb that screams 'old money' with a hint of controversy, Oligarch (or Isola Blu, if you're keeping up) is your scent. It's a high-class, super-refined take on a familiar theme, and often triggers fierce debate about whether it's truly worth the eye-watering price tag.
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Our Verdict - Imperium Intense
A fresh, invigorating clone offering impressive value, though expect some debate on its longevity. It's a crowd-pleaser for daily wear, hitting all the right notes for a vibrant, modern scent.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 21% 22%
Floral 20% 16%
Fruity 14% 17%
Green 15% 13%
Sweet 17% 15%
Warm 9% 4%
Woody 8% 13%
Earthy 7% 7%
Animalic 5% 8%
Fresh 25% 25%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oligarch EdP
Imperium Intense EdP

Notes

Accords

Oligarch Imperium Intense
100%
Citrus
100%
91%
Aromatic
77%
79%
Woody
72%
73%
Fresh Spicy
58%
58%
Fruity
70%
Green
70%
57%
Leather
56%
Sweet
46%
55%
White Floral
46%
52%
Floral
Powdery
49%
Fresh
44%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
91%
77%
Woody shared
79%
72%
Fresh Spicy shared
73%
58%
Fruity shared
58%
70%
70%
57%
Sweet shared
56%
46%
White Floral shared
55%
46%
52%
49%
44%

Performance

Oligarch Imperium Intense
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Oligarch

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its luminous, clean freshness makes it versatile, perfectly suited for both daytime sophistication and evening dates where its luxurious character truly shines. While some note its strong sillage, it's generally well-mannered enough for an office setting in moderation, and too refined for sport.

Imperium Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

This fresh, versatile fragrance is great for casual use, especially in warm weather, and works well for the office due to its invigorating yet balanced profile. Its brighter accords and debated longevity make it less suitable for formal events or longer date nights where a bolder projection or deeper scent might be preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
89%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Apple, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oligarch
Imperium Intense
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