IBRAQ Blue Oud vs Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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

IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is £31.49 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (7%). IBRAQ Blue Oud is EDP and listed as unisex, while Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

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.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

A dark, resinous oud built on the same architecture as Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, but priced for daily rotation rather than occasion wear.

IBRAQ Blue Oud, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeNusuk Al Mukhtalif, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

IBRAQ Blue OudNusuk Al Mukhtalif
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review8.2/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.5/108.0/10
Scent accuracy7.8/107.5/10
Value for money8.2/109.0/10
Price£59.99£28.50
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Ombre NomadeLouis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Notes Comparison

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

IBRAQ Blue Oud

Top Notes

  • Oud
  • Blue Lilies

Heart Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Leather

Base Notes

  • Tobacco
  • Amber

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Pear

Heart Notes

  • Bulgarian Rose
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Amber
  • Incense
  • Birch

Shared Notes

  • Amber

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Oud, Blue Lilies, Patchouli, Leather and Tobacco that Nusuk Al Mukhtalif does not.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Raspberry, Saffron, Pear, Bulgarian Rose, Geranium, Agarwood (Oud), Incense and Birch that IBRAQ Blue Oud does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

IBRAQ Blue Oud

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

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Tobacco
  • Aromatic
  • Rose
  • Green
  • Resinous
  • Incense

Both share Oud, Floral, Amber and Tobacco. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Leather and Patchouli. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet, Woody, Gourmand, Fruity, Smoky, Aromatic, Rose, Green, Resinous and Incense.

Vibes

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Powerful
  • Dark
  • Luxurious

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand

Both share Dark. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Bold, Mysterious, Powerful and Luxurious. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet, Warm, Modern and Gourmand.

Occasions

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Winter
  • Evening
  • Special occasion
  • Signature

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Cold weather

Both share Winter, Evening and Signature. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Special occasion. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Autumn and Cold weather.

Performance

IBRAQ Blue Oud

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

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Strong projection
  • Skin scent
  • Linear
  • Lingers

IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Long lasting, Beast mode, Beast, Powerful and Subtle. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Strong projection, Skin scent, Linear and Lingers.

Style lane

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Leathery oriental

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Fruity floral

IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Leathery oriental. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Fruity floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (£28.50)

IBRAQ Blue Oud leads on projection and scent accuracy, while Nusuk Al Mukhtalif leads on value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. IBRAQ Blue Oud has 1 community review and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, IBRAQ Blue Oud or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is £31.49 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, IBRAQ Blue Oud or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, IBRAQ Blue Oud or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10 for projection and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.0 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, IBRAQ Blue Oud or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give IBRAQ Blue Oud 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 7.5 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is better value, IBRAQ Blue Oud or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.2 out of 10 for value for money and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 9.0 out of 10, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif rates higher.

What notes do IBRAQ Blue Oud and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif share?

They share 1 note: Amber.

Which occasions suit IBRAQ Blue Oud and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

IBRAQ Blue Oud is tagged for Winter, Evening, Special occasion and Signature. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter and Cold weather.

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

Compare with the original

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs IBRAQ Blue Oud
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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