John Varvatos Oud
John VarvatosEau de Parfum2014
Side by side
John Varvatos Oud vs. Oud Couture
Is John Varvatos Oud better than Oud Couture?
John Varvatos Oud wears longer on skin, while Oud Couture projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
FrankincenseRoseOudBlack PepperSaffron
fresh spicyoud
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between John Varvatos Oud and Oud Couture?
| John Varvatos Oud | Oud Couture | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2014 | 2015 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Rodrigo Flores-Roux | Pierre-Constantin Guéros |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do John Varvatos Oud and Oud Couture smell?
John Varvatos Oud
Amber
Warm Spicy
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Aromatic
Oud
Balsamic
Sweet
Oud Couture
Rose
Oud
Floral
Fresh Spicy
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do John Varvatos Oud and Oud Couture share?
Top
TobaccoNutmegHyssopJuniper BerriesCypressClary Sage
BlackcurrantCassiaBlack PepperGrapeSaffronRed Berries
Heart
RoseJasmineCinnamonBlack PepperSri Lankan cardamomZanzibar CloveSaffronOsmanthus
RoseClove
Base
FrankincenseIncenseOudMyrrhBlack LeatherOpoponaxLabdanumCedarwoodAmber
MuskOudBenzoinSandalwoodFrankincenseAmbroxanMoss
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Spicy Notes
NutmegJuniper BerriesCinnamonBlack PepperZanzibar CloveSaffron
CassiaBlack PepperSaffronClove
Woody Notes
OudCypressCedarwood
OudSandalwood
Floral Notes
RoseJasmineOsmanthus
Rose
Resinous Notes
FrankincenseLabdanum
Frankincense
Oriental Notes
Myrrh
Benzoin
Where they fit
When and where do John Varvatos Oud and Oud Couture work?
Spring
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, John Varvatos Oud or Oud Couture?
| John Varvatos Oud | Oud Couture | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about John Varvatos Oud and Oud Couture?
Oud and ambergris together is a statement. The resinous depth of the wood, lifted by something salty and sweet. Some find it confrontational. Those who stay, stay long.John Varvatos Oud
The oud here is dark and cool, not sweet, not creamy. Paired with two roses and a benzoin warmth that builds quietly, this is for someone who wants oud that means business.Oud Couture
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