Fragrances inspired by Rude Oud Eau de Parfum

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Our verdict

Editor reviewed

What they share

Shares 2 of its 6 notes, including Oud, Saffron

The main difference

Adds amber and leather, drops bergamot and cinnamon

What they share

Shares 6 of its 8 notes, including Bergamot, Sandalwood, Oud

The main difference

Adds amber and cedar, drops cinnamon and vanilla

What they share

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Sandalwood, Patchouli, Saffron

The main difference

Adds bergamot and cinnamon, drops cypriol oil or nagarmotha and lemon

What they share

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Oud, Cinnamon, Nutmeg

The main difference

Adds bergamot and patchouli, drops cypriol oil or nagarmotha and frankincense

What they share

Shares 7 of its 11 notes, including Sandalwood, Oud, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds amber and cedar, drops bergamot

What they share

Shares 3 of its 8 notes, including Oud, Cinnamon, Saffron

The main difference

Adds bergamot and nutmeg, drops copaiba balm

What they share

Shares 6 of its 8 notes, including Saffron, Vanilla, Nutmeg

The main difference

Adds bergamot and patchouli, drops clean musk and incense

What they share

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Patchouli, Cinnamon, Saffron

The main difference

Adds bergamot and nutmeg, drops cardamom and cedar

Scent profile

Rude Oud EDP the original Rude Ember EDP inspired by

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How we judge a match

We score each pairing on the two fragrance profiles: shared accords, overlapping notes, longevity and projection, and the occasions each suits. A good inspired-by scent captures the original's character rather than copying it molecule for molecule.

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