Flavia Initial vs Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
At a glance
Flavia Initial costs £15.20 and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud costs £43, so Flavia Initial is £27.80 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (13%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
Flavia Initial
Initial is Flavia's interpretation of Initio Parfums Prives' Oud for Greatness, a spiced saffron and lavender oud that has become one of the most widely cloned niche compositions of the last decade.
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud is a modern saffron oud fragrance blending aromatic lavender, smoky incense, sugary ambergris, and polished woody oud into a luxurious mineral gourmand composition inspired by Oud for Greatness and modern niche amber oud perfumes.
Comparison
| Flavia Initial | Rasasi Taaj Al Oud | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.5/10 · 1 review | 8.5/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.2/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 8.4/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £15.20 | £43 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Initio Oud for Greatness | Initio Oud for Greatness |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Flavia Initial
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
2 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Flavia Initial lists Nutmeg, Woody Notes, Agarwood (Oud), Patchouli and Musk that Rasasi Taaj Al Oud does not.
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Aromatic Notes, Spices, Cedarwood, Floral Notes, Incense, Ambergris, Sugar, Moss and Oud that Flavia Initial does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Flavia Initial
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
- Sweet
- Woody
- Amber
- Floral
- Gourmand
- Oud
- Smoky
- Herbal
- Aromatic
- Lavender
- Animalic
- Mineral
- Warm spicy
- Resinous
- Incense
- Spicy
Both share Oud and Lavender. Flavia Initial also lists Patchouli. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Sweet, Woody, Amber, Floral, Gourmand, Smoky, Herbal, Aromatic, Animalic, Mineral, Warm spicy, Resinous, Incense and Spicy.
Vibes
Flavia Initial
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Both share Sweet and Warm. Flavia Initial also lists Intense. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Clean, Dark, Elegant, Powerful, Sophisticated, Modern, Gourmand and Luxurious.
Occasions
Flavia Initial
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Both share Evening. Flavia Initial also lists Signature and Cooler weather. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Black tie.
Performance
Flavia Initial
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Flavia Initial lists Moderate projection, Hours of longevity and Performs well. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Strong projection, Versatile, Powerful and Subtle.
Style lane
Flavia Initial
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Flavia Initial lists Sweet oud. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Smooth woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.8/10)
- Projection: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.4/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Flavia Initial (£15.20)
Flavia Initial leads on lower price, while Rasasi Taaj Al Oud leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Flavia Initial has 1 community review and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Flavia Initial or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Flavia Initial costs £15.20 and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud costs £43, so Flavia Initial is £27.80 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Flavia Initial or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Initial 7.2 out of 10 for longevity and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.8 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which projects more, Flavia Initial or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Initial 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.4 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which is closer to Initio Oud for Greatness, Flavia Initial or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Initial 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.2 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which is better value, Flavia Initial or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Initial 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.5 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
What notes do Flavia Initial and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud share?
They share 2 notes: Saffron and Lavender.
Which occasions suit Flavia Initial and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Flavia Initial is tagged for Signature, Evening and Cooler weather. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud is tagged for Evening and Black tie.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.