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    Nebulous vs. Dubhe Assoluto

    Nebulous by Boadicea the Victorious bottle

    Nebulous

    Boadicea the Victorious
    Eau de Parfum2017
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Nebulous vs. Dubhe Assoluto
    NebulousDubhe Assoluto
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumExtrait de Parfum
    Launched20172016
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerChristian ProvenzanoPaolo Terenzi
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Nebulous

    Oud
    Rose
    Powdery
    Musky
    Floral
    Warm Spicy
    Violet
    Amber

    Dubhe Assoluto

    Woody
    Oud
    Warm Spicy
    Rose
    Aromatic
    Earthy
    Fresh Spicy
    Powdery

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    RoseSaffron
    RoseSaffronCyperus esculentusGeranium
    Heart
    OudViolet
    Gurjan BalsamGuaiac WoodCurrant BudsCedarOrris RootVanilla
    Base
    MuskAmber
    OudSandalwoodPatchouliAmberMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Nebulous vs. Dubhe Assoluto
    NebulousDubhe Assoluto
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity10+ hours10+ hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    The oud doesn't whisper. It enters the room and sits down. Some will find that overwhelming; others will find it finally honest. The rose and saffron opening is almost apologetic.Nebulous
    Saffron and oud is a bold pairing that some find confrontational. If you're drawn to unapologetic, theatrical fragrances that announce rather than whisper, this is your lane.Dubhe Assoluto