Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir 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

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir costs £16 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir is £12.50 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (29%). Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir is EDP and listed as masculine, while Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

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.

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeNusuk Al Mukhtalif, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

Khadlaj Empire Oud NoirNusuk Al Mukhtalif
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review8.2/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.0/108.0/10
Scent accuracy7.5/107.5/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£16£28.50
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Ombre NomadeLouis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Notes Comparison

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

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Spicy Notes

Heart Notes

  • Incense
  • Rose
  • Cypriol

Base Notes

  • Oud
  • Patchouli
  • Amber

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Pear

Heart Notes

  • Bulgarian Rose
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Amber
  • Incense
  • Birch

Shared Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Incense
  • Amber

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir lists Spicy Notes, Rose, Cypriol, Oud and Patchouli that Nusuk Al Mukhtalif does not.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Pear, Bulgarian Rose, Geranium, Agarwood (Oud) and Birch that Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Balsamic
  • Patchouli
  • Rose
  • Resinous
  • Incense
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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

Both share Sweet, Amber, Floral, Oud, Smoky, Rose, Resinous and Incense. Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir also lists Balsamic, Patchouli, Oriental and Spicy. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Woody, Gourmand, Fruity, Tobacco, Aromatic and Green.

Vibes

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Powerful
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Oriental
  • Luxurious

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand

Both share Sweet, Dark and Warm. Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir also lists Bold, Powerful, Classic, Oriental and Luxurious. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Modern and Gourmand.

Occasions

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Formal
  • Colder weather

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Cold weather

Both share Signature and Evening. Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir also lists Daytime, Casual, Formal and Colder weather. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Autumn, Winter and Cold weather.

Performance

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

  • Long lasting
  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Strong projection
  • Skin scent
  • Linear
  • Lingers

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir lists Long lasting, Powerful and Subtle. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Strong projection, Skin scent, Linear and Lingers.

Style lane

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir

  • Soft floral

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Fruity floral

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir lists Soft floral. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Fruity floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir (£16)

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

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir has 1 community review and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir costs £16 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir is £12.50 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

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

Which projects more, Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir 8.5 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 Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif share?

They share 4 notes: Raspberry, Saffron, Incense and Amber.

Which occasions suit Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Casual, Formal and Colder weather. 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 Khadlaj Empire Oud Noir
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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