Flavia Nouveau Amber vs IBRAQ Blue Oud

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

At a glance

Flavia Nouveau Amber costs £23 and IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99, so Flavia Nouveau Amber is £36.99 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 12 distinct notes listed across both (8%). Flavia Nouveau Amber is Extrait and listed as unisex, while IBRAQ Blue Oud is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

Flavia Nouveau Amber

Nouveau Amber is Flavia's extrait strength take on Louis Vuitton's Ombre Nomade, a warm, ambered oud built around sweet citrus and saffron rather than the darker, more resinous profile of its EDP sibling.

IBRAQ Blue Oud

Blue Oud, also known as Al Wafiyah, is a bold leathery oriental fragrance from IBRAQ, widely and repeatedly compared by the community to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, pairing stable oud with the delicate freshness of blue lilies.

Flavia Nouveau Amber, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeIBRAQ Blue Oud, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

Flavia Nouveau AmberIBRAQ Blue Oud
Overall rating7.1/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.5/10
Projection6.8/108.5/10
Scent accuracy6.2/107.8/10
Value for money7.8/108.2/10
Price£23£59.99
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Ombre NomadeLouis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Flavia Nouveau Amber

Top Notes

  • Sweet Citrus
  • Saffron

Heart Notes

  • Amber
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Cedarwood
  • Musk

IBRAQ Blue Oud

Top Notes

  • Oud
  • Blue Lilies

Heart Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Leather

Base Notes

  • Tobacco
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Amber

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Flavia Nouveau Amber lists Sweet Citrus, Saffron, Jasmine, Vanilla, Cedarwood and Musk that IBRAQ Blue Oud does not.

IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Oud, Blue Lilies, Patchouli, Leather and Tobacco that Flavia Nouveau Amber does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Flavia Nouveau Amber

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Oud
  • Floral
  • Leather
  • Patchouli
  • Amber
  • Tobacco

Both share Amber. Flavia Nouveau Amber also lists Sweet, Citrus and Vanilla. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Oud, Floral, Leather, Patchouli and Tobacco.

Vibes

Flavia Nouveau Amber

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Warm
  • Classic

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Powerful
  • Dark
  • Luxurious

Both share Dark. Flavia Nouveau Amber also lists Sweet, Warm and Classic. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Bold, Mysterious, Powerful and Luxurious.

Occasions

Flavia Nouveau Amber

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Cooler weather

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Winter
  • Evening
  • Special occasion
  • Signature

Both share Signature and Evening. Flavia Nouveau Amber also lists Cooler weather. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Winter and Special occasion.

Performance

Flavia Nouveau Amber

  • Solid longevity

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Long lasting
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Flavia Nouveau Amber lists Solid longevity. IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Long lasting, Beast mode, Beast, Powerful and Subtle.

Style lane

Flavia Nouveau Amber

  • Sweet amber

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Leathery oriental

Flavia Nouveau Amber lists Sweet amber. IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Leathery oriental.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.2/10)
  • Price: Wins Flavia Nouveau Amber (£23)

Flavia Nouveau Amber leads on lower price, while IBRAQ Blue Oud leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Flavia Nouveau Amber has 1 community review and IBRAQ Blue Oud has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Flavia Nouveau Amber or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Flavia Nouveau Amber costs £23 and IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99, so Flavia Nouveau Amber is £36.99 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Flavia Nouveau Amber or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Flavia Nouveau Amber 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which projects more, Flavia Nouveau Amber or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Flavia Nouveau Amber 6.8 out of 10 for projection and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, Flavia Nouveau Amber or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Flavia Nouveau Amber 6.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and IBRAQ Blue Oud 7.8 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is better value, Flavia Nouveau Amber or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Flavia Nouveau Amber 7.8 out of 10 for value for money and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.2 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

What notes do Flavia Nouveau Amber and IBRAQ Blue Oud share?

They share 1 note: Amber.

Which occasions suit Flavia Nouveau Amber and IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Flavia Nouveau Amber is tagged for Signature, Evening and Cooler weather. IBRAQ Blue Oud is tagged for Winter, Evening, Special occasion and Signature.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Flavia Nouveau Amber
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs IBRAQ Blue Oud

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