Fragrances inspired by Opulent Shaik Gold Edition Eau de Parfum

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Our verdict

Editor reviewed

What they share

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Lavender, Rose

The main difference

Adds amber and bergamot, drops ambergris and geranium

What they share

Shares 7 of its 10 notes, including Musk, Amber, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds cardamom and cedar, drops carnation and coriander

What they share

Shares 5 of its 10 notes, including Musk, Amber, Bergamot

The main difference

Adds cedar and cinnamon, drops geranium and ginger

What they share

Shares 4 of its 10 notes, including Cedar, Patchouli, Lavender

The main difference

Adds amber and bergamot, drops artemisia and benzoin

What they share

Shares 6 of its 10 notes, including Bergamot, Amber, Musk

The main difference

Adds cedar and patchouli, drops neroli and pepper

What they share

Shares 6 of its 10 notes, including Cinnamon, Vanilla, Musk

The main difference

Adds amber and cardamom, drops coriander and mandarin

What they share

Shares 9 of its 16 notes, including Amber, Bergamot, Patchouli

The main difference

Adds clove and geranium, drops cedar

What they share

Shares 5 of its 10 notes, including Musk, Amber, Bergamot

The main difference

Adds cedar and cinnamon, drops coriander and geranium

Scent profile

Opulent Shaik Gold Edition EDP the original Affluent Leader For Men 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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