Magnificently Dubai Eau de Parfum bottle Magnificently Dubai
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2021 Year 2012
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Essence Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Essence Oud

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Our Verdict - Magnificently Dubai
This one's a wildcard. Some rave about its niche quality and Arabian flair, but others can't get past a jarring citrussy opening. It settles into a warm, spicy leather, but be patient and test it on skin before committing.
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Our Verdict - Essence Oud
A truly polarising scent, Ferrari Essence Oud is a divisive beast. Some adore its opulent rose-oud blend, hailing it as niche-quality and a steal, whilst others recoil at its intensity, labelling it synthetic and cloying. Approach with caution, but if it clicks, prepare for beast-mode performance.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 4%
Floral 1% 11%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 2%
Sweet 15% 14%
Warm 53% 29%
Woody 11% 9%
Earthy 20% 19%
Animalic 36% 31%
Fresh 0% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
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Notes

Magnificently Dubai
Essence Oud

Top Notes

Top Notes

Only in Magnificently Dubai
Saffron 100%
Shared Notes
Leather 100% vs 56%
Only in Essence Oud
Labdanum 43%

Accords

Magnificently Dubai Essence Oud
100%
Leather
93%
Oud
100%
Amber
95%
Rose
93%
79%
Fresh Spicy
83%
Aromatic
73%
71%
Warm Spicy
71%
Balsamic
60%
55%
Animalic
55%
54%
Metallic
Floral
49%
45%
Smoky
44%
Tobacco
Leather shared
100%
93%
Oud
100%
95%
93%
Fresh Spicy shared
79%
83%
73%
Warm Spicy shared
71%
71%
60%
Animalic shared
55%
55%
54%
49%
45%
44%

Performance

Magnificently Dubai Essence Oud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Magnificently Dubai

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate to strong projection and unique, warm spicy leather profile make it better suited for evenings and cooler weather. While some find it office-appropriate, its intensity and initial sharpness make it a bolder choice for professional settings.

Essence Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With beastly projection and longevity, this intense oud-rose-leather scent is far too strong for the office but shines on formal evenings and dates. Its powerful, oriental character means it's best reserved for occasions where making a statement is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
82%
Olfactory
90%
Notes
83%
Accord
54%
Key Similarities

Both share Leather, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy accords and Leather, Saffron notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Magnificently Dubai
Essence Oud
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