Stronger With You Oud Clones

"### Bottom Line Veteran Oud offers an accessible interpretation of the popular Armani fragrance. While it lacks the smoothness and complexity of the original, it delivers a recognizable and enjoyable experience . This is suitable for those seeking the Stronger With You Oud DNA on a budget. If subtle nuances and quality ingredients are paramount, the original remains the superior choice, but is it worth the 10x price increase? For casual wear, Veteran Oud presents a compelling alternative. ### Olfactory Experience Veteran Oud opens with a prominent oud note, clearly synthetic, yet possessing a woody, slightly medicinal character similar to that in Stronger With You Oud. The heart presents a recognizable lavender accord, though less refined than the original, exhibiting a somewhat sharper, more linear profile. The base blends vanilla and amber. The vanilla is forward, sweet, and leans towards a gourmand quality. The amber adds warmth but lacks the nuanced depth. Overall, Veteran Oud captures approximately 92% of the essence of Stronger With You Oud, trading sophistication for a more straightforward, somewhat less blended presentation. The initial blast is almost identical but differences emerge in the mid. ### Projection Power Longevity is respectable, clocking in at around 6-7 hours on skin. Projection is moderate for the first two hours, creating a noticeable scent bubble before settling closer to the skin."

"### How it Smells Veteran Oud starts with an immediate oud blast, but be warned, it's not the refined, expensive kind. It's a slightly sharper, more synthetic oud than Armani's Stronger With You Oud. The lavender tries its best to smooth things out in the mid, but it struggles against the initial harshness. As it dries down, the vanilla and amber become more prominent, attempting to mimic the warm, sweet base of the original. It gets about 85% of the way there. The missing ingredient? Real depth and richness. It's a passable imitation, but the difference is noticeable. ### How Long Does it Last? This stuff projects! For the first hour, you'll definitely be noticed. After that, it calms down to a moderate bubble. Longevity is decent. I get about 6 hours on my skin. Not bad but definitely not an all-day performer. You might need to reapply if you want it to last. If you're okay with a slightly less polished, more synthetic version, then this could be worth considering. For the value-conscious, who just want a sweet, oud-ish fragrance without breaking the bank, this will do the job."