Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle Sand Aoud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2011 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££££
Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum bottle Plum Japonais

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum
Sand Aoud by Mancera is a polarising scent, loved by those who appreciate its unique, spicy oud character and despised by others for its challenging, sometimes medicinal opening. It's a statement fragrance for the bold.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum
Tom Ford Plum Japonais is a legendary, much-missed masterpiece. This opulent, boozy plum and spiced oud scent was tragically discontinued, sparking fervent demand and cries for its return.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 0%
Floral 13% 11%
Fruity 19% 15%
Green 7% 4%
Sweet 16% 29%
Warm 44% 44%
Woody 6% 6%
Earthy 12% 8%
Animalic 7% 6%
Fresh 6% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sand Aoud EdP
Plum Japonais EdP

Notes

Only in Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum
Spicy 52% Blackcurrant 48%
Only in Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum
Cinnamon 54% Saffron 46%

Accords

Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
64%
Fruity
95%
52%
Amber
82%
Sweet
79%
67%
Oud
71%
Cinnamon
66%
58%
Woody
55%
57%
Patchouli
Vanilla
55%
Floral
52%
52%
Balsamic
49%
Smoky
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
64%
95%
Amber shared
52%
82%
79%
Oud shared
67%
71%
66%
Woody shared
58%
55%
57%
55%
52%
52%
49%

Performance

Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and prominent oud and spicy accords make it less suitable for a typical office environment unless applied lightly. However, its unique and sophisticated profile is perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event.

Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its intense, rich character and powerful sillage make it overwhelming for office wear but perfect for dates and formal events. The community regards it as a special occasion scent, especially for cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
83%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
78%
Accord
67%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Fruity, Amber accords and Saffron notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sand Aoud Eau de Parfum
Plum Japonais Eau de Parfum
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