Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe 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

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir costs £25 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir is £3.50 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 25 distinct notes listed across both (8%). Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir is EDP and listed as unisex, while Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir is a dark woody amber fragrance that captures the smoky oud rose intensity of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade through resinous labdanum and spice, a textured aromatic heart, and a deep woody amber base.

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.

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeNusuk Al Mukhtalif, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe NoirNusuk Al Mukhtalif
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 review8.2/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/108.5/10
Projection7.5/108.0/10
Scent accuracy7.8/107.5/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£25£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.

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

Top Notes

  • Labdanum
  • Patchouli
  • Sandalwood
  • Cedarwood
  • Amber
  • Incense
  • Amberwood

Heart Notes

  • Melon
  • Jasmine
  • Ginger
  • Nutmeg

Base Notes

  • Lemon
  • Grapefruit
  • Pink Pepper
  • Bergamot
  • Coriander
  • Mint
  • Aldehydes

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Pear

Heart Notes

  • Bulgarian Rose
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Amber
  • Incense
  • Birch

Shared Notes

  • Amber
  • Incense

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir lists Labdanum, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Amberwood, Melon, Jasmine, Ginger, Nutmeg, Lemon, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Coriander, Mint and Aldehydes that Nusuk Al Mukhtalif does not.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Raspberry, Saffron, Pear, Bulgarian Rose, Geranium, Agarwood (Oud) and Birch that Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Aromatic
  • Patchouli
  • Rose
  • Resinous
  • Incense
  • Oriental

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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

Both share Woody, Amber, Fruity, Oud, Smoky, Aromatic, Rose, Resinous and Incense. Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir also lists Fresh, Citrus, Patchouli and Oriental. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet, Floral, Gourmand, Tobacco and Green.

Vibes

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Oriental
  • Confident

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand

Both share Dark, Warm and Modern. Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir also lists Bold, Elegant, Sophisticated, Masculine, Oriental and Confident. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet and Gourmand.

Occasions

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Casual
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Travel
  • Smart casual

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Cold weather

Both share Signature, Evening, Autumn and Winter. Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir also lists Social, Casual, Travel and Smart casual. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Cold weather.

Performance

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

  • Long lasting
  • Subtle

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Strong projection
  • Skin scent
  • Linear
  • Lingers

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir lists Long lasting and Subtle. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Strong projection, Skin scent, Linear and Lingers.

Style lane

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir

  • Spicy woody

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Fruity floral

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir lists Spicy woody. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Fruity floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir (£25)

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir leads on scent accuracy and lower price, while Nusuk Al Mukhtalif leads on longevity, projection and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir has 1 community review and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir costs £25 and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50, so Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir is £3.50 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir 8.0 out of 10 for longevity and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.5 out of 10, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif rates higher.

Which projects more, Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir 7.5 out of 10 for projection and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.0 out of 10, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 7.5 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir rates higher.

Which is better value, Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir or Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe 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 Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif share?

They share 2 notes: Amber and Incense.

Which occasions suit Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir and Nusuk Al Mukhtalif?

Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Winter, Travel and Smart casual. 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 Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Noir
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

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