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Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum bottle Soleil Brûlant EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2021 Year 2023
£££££ Price Tier ££
Oud Connection Eau de Parfum bottle Oud Connection EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soleil Brûlant EDP
Tom Ford Soleil Brûlant is a divisive one, a gourmand amber with an intense, almost challenging character. Some call it a masterpiece, others a scrubber. Sample first, because if you get the dreaded 'celery' note, you won't be impressed.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Oud Connection EDP
This one's a smooth operator - a subtle oud that won't shout, but definitely commands attention. It's a nice blend, but keep an eye on the price tag; there are similar experiences out there for less.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Soleil Brûlant EDP
Oud Connection EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 32% vs 23%
Bergamot 31% vs 30%
Only in Soleil Brûlant
Pink Pepper 37%
Only in Oud Connection
Rose 25% Orange Blossom 21%
Shared Notes
Honey 54% vs 43%
Only in Soleil Brûlant
Orange Blossom 46%
Only in Oud Connection
Pepper 32% Jasmine 25%

Accords

Soleil Brûlant Oud Connection
100%
Amber
Vanilla
100%
64%
Citrus
80%
Oud
77%
54%
Sweet
74%
Powdery
70%
46%
Fresh Spicy
65%
63%
Woody
52%
56%
Honey
63%
Musky
52%
Aromatic
52%
47%
Animalic
45%
Balsamic
100%
100%
Citrus shared
64%
80%
Oud
77%
Sweet shared
54%
74%
70%
Fresh Spicy shared
46%
65%
Woody shared
63%
52%
Honey shared
56%
63%
52%
52%
47%
45%

Performance

Soleil Brûlant Oud Connection
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Soleil Brûlant

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This scent is strong and long-lasting, with significant projection, making it too overpowering for an office. Its rich, sensual character is perfectly suited for date nights and formal occasions, but its intensity could be too much for casual wear or sport.

Oud Connection

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

While not beast mode, its strong presence and sensual vanilla-oud base make it more suitable for evening and date nights. It's too complex and rich for active sport, but sophisticated enough for formal events or a refined casual setting.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, honey

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Soleil Brûlant EDP
Oud Connection EDP
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