Monarch Eau de Parfum bottle Monarch
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2015 Year 2021
££££ Price Tier ££
Bombshell Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Bombshell Oud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Monarch
Monarch is a divisive one. Some rave about its smooth, fruity leather and spicy warmth, while others smell a
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Our Verdict - Bombshell Oud
This is Victoria's Secret trying something genuinely daring, and it's paid off for many. It's not a safe blind buy, with its divisive opening and strong oud-leather character, but it offers surprising depth and luxury for the price.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 10%
Floral 16% 17%
Fruity 9% 2%
Green 14% 11%
Sweet 10% 13%
Warm 20% 17%
Woody 5% 4%
Earthy 10% 11%
Animalic 27% 30%
Fresh 17% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Monarch EdP
Bombshell Oud EdP

Notes

Accords

Monarch Bombshell Oud
100%
Leather
98%
70%
Oud
100%
96%
Warm Spicy
70%
84%
Amber
52%
80%
Aromatic
Musky
79%
76%
Sweet
72%
Fruity
71%
Woody
70%
Vanilla
68%
Smoky
Metallic
52%
Powdery
51%
Floral
45%
Ozonic
44%
Leather shared
100%
98%
Oud shared
70%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
96%
70%
Amber shared
84%
52%
80%
79%
76%
72%
71%
70%
68%
52%
51%
45%
44%

Performance

Monarch Bombshell Oud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Monarch

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its blend of leathery warmth and subtle spice makes it versatile for a range of occasions; however, some report performance issues, meaning it might not be ideal for a long day at the office. The sophisticated, yet slightly playful, nature suits evenings out or more dressed-up casual events. It might be too heavy for sportswear.

Bombshell Oud

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

The strong oud and leather accords, coupled with frequent mentions of its 'sexy' and 'dark' character, make it ideal for date nights and formal events. While some find it suitable for the office due to its soft projection, many experience it as quite potent and not an everyday casual scent.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
84%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
76%
Accord
53%
Key Similarities

Both share Leather, Warm Spicy, Amber accords

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Monarch
Bombshell Oud
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