L'orpheline
Serge LutensEau de Parfum2014
Side by side
L'orpheline vs. Ursa
Is L'orpheline better than Ursa?
Ursa projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Frankincense
SmokyAmberBalsamicwarm spicyWoody
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 L'orpheline and Ursa?
| L'orpheline | Ursa | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Launched | 2014 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christopher Sheldrake, Serge Lutens | Paolo Terenzi |
| Best season | Winter | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do L'orpheline and Ursa smell?
L'orpheline
Musky
Smoky
Resinous
Amber
Balsamic
Powdery
Warm Spicy
Woody
Ursa
Woody
Balsamic
Warm Spicy
Leather
Patchouli
Smoky
Oud
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do L'orpheline and Ursa share?
Top
Frankincense
RumDried FruitsElemi ResinNutmeg
Heart—
PatchouliFrankincenseTobaccoVetiver
Base
MuskIncense
OudLeatherVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Resinous Notes
Frankincense
FrankincenseElemi Resin
Where they fit
When and where do L'orpheline and Ursa work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, L'orpheline or Ursa?
| L'orpheline | Ursa | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about L'orpheline and Ursa?
L'orpheline asks you to commit. It has no softening introduction, no grand finale. You wear the heart notes and that is all. If you want layers, look elsewhere. If you want honesty, this is it.L'orpheline
Ursa doesn't ask permission. The oud arrives bold, the rum burns warm, and the leather takes up space. You'll understand its powerful, confident language instantly.Ursa
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