“I don't know how to say this, without sounding condescending. Very..very strong fragrance. I can't identify the top note, mid tones, or anything else..for that matter. Unless your sense of smell is ruined, you won't enjoy it... and neither will those around you.”
“I'm a fan of Initio's Oud for Greatness, though it wasn't love at first sniff. In fact I was rather taken aback by that fragrance the first time I put my nose on it, having to dig through miles of perfumer's alcohol to find any semblance of oud. But over time, it absolutely grew on me - not sure if it macerated in the sample container, or if it just takes time to 'blossom' into the rich, mysterious, woody scent that it becomes - but it fast became one of my favorite fragrances. Unfortunately at over $300 a bottle, it was something to try, but not to buy.Then I started seeing reviews on YouTube and other places that said Oud for Glory was an extremely close clone of Oud for Greatness, so I figured at this price point, why not give it a shot?I am not just pleased with the purchase, I am astounded. Although when I put Oud for Glory on one wrist and Oud for Greatness on the other, I could tell the differences (they're extremely minor differences) - a seasoned nose can tell that Greatness is just of a slightly higher quality. That said, I PREFER the smell of Oud for Glory. It's a bit softer, actually smells more well-rounded to me (I know many would disagree with this comment), lacks most of the medicinal/alcohol smell, and I just like it more on my skin overall. All while capturing 90+% of what makes Greatness so ... great. I'm also getting exceptional longevity and sillage, just as I did with the original.So as others have said, unless you are a collector purist and have the kind of money to buy the real deal, this fragrance (which comes in a total knock-off bottle - it's gorgeous and has a great feel and heft) - this is a no-brainer, get Oud for Glory. The notes are 98% the same as Greatness at less than triple the price of the OG OG.”
“I'm a fan of Initio's Oud for Greatness, though it wasn't love at first sniff. In fact I was rather taken aback by that fragrance the first time I put my nose on it, having to dig through miles of perfumer's alcohol to find any semblance of oud. But over time, it absolutely grew on me - not sure if it macerated in the sample container, or if it just takes time to 'blossom' into the rich, mysterious, woody scent that it becomes - but it fast became one of my favorite fragrances. Unfortunately at over $300 a bottle, it was something to try, but not to buy.Then I started seeing reviews on YouTube and other places that said Oud for Glory was an extremely close clone of Oud for Greatness, so I figured at this price point, why not give it a shot?I am not just pleased with the purchase, I am astounded. Although when I put Oud for Glory on one wrist and Oud for Greatness on the other, I could tell the differences (they're extremely minor differences) - a seasoned nose can tell that Greatness is just of a slightly higher quality. That said, I PREFER the smell of Oud for Glory. It's a bit softer, actually smells more well-rounded to me (I know many would disagree with this comment), lacks most of the medicinal/alcohol smell, and I just like it more on my skin overall. All while capturing 90+% of what makes Greatness so ... great. I'm also getting exceptional longevity and sillage, just as I did with the original.So as others have said, unless you are a collector purist and have the kind of money to buy the real deal, this fragrance (which comes in a total knock-off bottle - it's gorgeous and has a great feel and heft) - this is a no-brainer, get Oud for Glory. The notes are 98% the same as Greatness at less than triple the price of the OG OG.”
