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    Side by side

    Contagious Gold vs. Russian Oud II

    Very similar
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    Russian Oud II rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Contagious Gold vs. Russian Oud II
    Contagious GoldRussian Oud II
    Launched20192023
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerCatherine OmaiRussian Adam
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Contagious Gold

    Woody
    Animalic
    Warm Spicy
    Mossy
    Amber

    Russian Oud II

    Musky
    Cacao
    Amber
    Oud
    Woody
    Powdery
    Warm Spicy
    Balsamic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Cambodian OudSandalwood
    MuskAmbergris
    Heart
    Oakmoss
    Cacao PodOud
    Base
    LabdanumAmbergrisMuskAgarwood (oud)
    Resinous NotesCedarwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Contagious Gold vs. Russian Oud II
    Contagious GoldRussian Oud II
    Score3.5/54.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Catherine Omai does not ease you in gently. This is an oud-forward statement piece that demands presence. If you want something soft or versatile, look elsewhere.Contagious Gold
    Oud and chocolate is a combination that either intrigues you or makes you hesitate. For those already in the tent: this is the version that doesn't hedge.Russian Oud II