The Oud Affair
Vilhelm Parfumerie2015
Side by side
The Oud Affair vs. Tobacolor
Is The Oud Affair better than Tobacolor?
The Oud Affair peaks in winter, while Tobacolor belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
Ginger
sweettobaccohoneyfloral
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 The Oud Affair and Tobacolor?
| The Oud Affair | Tobacolor | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2015 | 2021 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | François Demachy |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do The Oud Affair and Tobacolor smell?
The Oud Affair
Sweet
Tobacco
Oud
Honey
Vanilla
Fresh Spicy
Floral
Powdery
Tobacolor
Sweet
Fruity
Honey
Tobacco
Amber
Smoky
Warm Spicy
White Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do The Oud Affair and Tobacolor share?
Top
Wild HoneyGinger
GrapefruitRosemaryBergamotElemi ResinFrankincenseGingerLemon
Heart
Tobacco Leaf
LavenderLemon tree woodGinger
Base
OudVanilla
CedarwoodSandalwoodVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Woody Notes
Oud
CedarwoodSandalwood
Spicy Notes
Ginger
Ginger
Where they fit
When and where do The Oud Affair and Tobacolor work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, The Oud Affair or Tobacolor?
| The Oud Affair | Tobacolor | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about The Oud Affair and Tobacolor?
Not a linear Oud fragrance. The Ginger and Honey dominate the first hour, and the Tobacco is subtler than expected. If you want Oud as the star, look elsewhere.The Oud Affair
Tobacolor is not a tobacco powerhouse in the traditional sense. The citrus and herbaceous opening surprises, and the drydown rewards patience with clean woods that feel premium.Tobacolor
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