Lady Marmalade
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
La Collection M7 Oud Absolu
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Which Should You Buy?
A soft, sunny gourmand where bitter orange and syrupy caramel melt into a gentle patchouli base. Utterly charming for those who want a playful, sweet scent that never shouts for attention.
M7 Oud Absolu is a divisive beast. Some swear it's a masterpiece, a rich, warm winter staple, perfect for the modern gentleman. Others find it lacks the oomph of the original M7, with middling performance. Try before you buy, but expect high quality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 37% | 40% |
| Floral | 5% | 2% |
| Fruity | 5% | 10% |
| Green | 2% | 0% |
| Sweet | 12% | 22% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 22% | 22% |
| Earthy | 42% | 42% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 12% | 12% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Bitter orange and caramel over patchouli read as fall and spring transitional wear; the sweetness is bright enough for spring and warm enough for autumn. Too dense for hot summer, not deep enough for deep winter.
Occasions
Gentle projection and sweet-gourmand character fit casual wear and cozy dates; light enough for office, not substantial enough for formal occasions, too indulgent for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sophisticated nature and moderate to strong sillage make M7 Oud Absolu excellent for dates and formal events, though some find it light enough for office wear. The warmer, woody accords lean it towards cooler weather, making it less suitable for casual daytime or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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