Umbra Oud by Anomalia Paris

Best Umbra Oud by Anomalia Paris Alternatives & Similar Perfumes

Umbra Oud is an Oriental Woody fragrance that combines the warmth of Laotian oud and ambergris with the fresh spice of cardamom and the floral richness of rose. Accents of frankincense, white leather, vetiver, and cedarwood create a complex and balanced scent with a deep, resinous base softened by subtle floral and leathery touches. Those drawn to a sophisticated blend of oud and rose with spicy and woody undertones should note the presence of these key notes when exploring similar fragrances.

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Santal

Santal by Floris £100.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • black pepper
  • cardamom
  • cedarwood
  • cloves
  • frankincense
  • nutmeg
  • sandalwood
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy
  • woody

Santal takes its inspiration from a Sandalwood fragrance originally created in the 1800s which has then been given a distinctive contemporary edge.

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104 Terra Hedera

104 Terra Hedera by Bon Parfumeur £175.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bigarade
  • cardamom
  • frankincense
  • galbanum
  • hyacinth
  • mastic
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • green
  • leather
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Inspired by the concepts of “green” and “freedom”, Terra Hedera evokes horseback riding on the Mongolian steppe. A green hyacinth intertwined with tenacious ivy and crisp galbanum.

Perfumer: Corinne Cachen

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101 Parisian Bouquet

101 Parisian Bouquet by Bon Parfumeur £60.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • musk
  • rose
  • turkish rose
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

A bright, multi faceted, spring-like floral with a citrus edge featuring sweet Turkish roses.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story.

Try 101 for an effervescent bouquet of pink flowers.

Perfumer: Alexandra Monet 

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Laetitia

Laetitia by Rance 1795 £120.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • nutmeg
  • rose
  • tangerine
  • tolu balm
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #powdery
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • spicy
  • woody

A voluptuous amber built around the formidable floral trio of magnolia, peony and Bulgarian rose. Adding spice to the headiness is nutmeg and cardamom, and the lusciousness is heightened by a custardy vanilla, with a playful wink of tangerine. Tender orange blossom further encourages the decadence. Laetitia features millesimé notes: like in fine wines and liqueurs, these are the extracts obtained from the best years of production.

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The Empress Kiss

The Empress Kiss by Mystikum £190.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • bergamot
  • cardamom
  • chypre
  • rose
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • woody

This fragrance summons the strength and elegance of a modern ruler.

Spicy saffron, cardamom and clove boldly herald the main event: an oud rose sexed up with musk. A hint of raspberry and caramel makes you lick your lips. Power meets seduction.

Perfumer: Mark Buxton

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White

White by Comme Des Garcons £100.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • cinnamon
  • cloves
  • coriander
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • marigold
  • nutmeg
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy

White is a bright and lively fragrance built around the friction between hot spices and suave florals. The cinnamon, clove and cardamom opening suggests candied red hots, which makes it all the more surprising when the melange of rose de Mai and lily of the valley softly asserts itself. The undertone of tagete, with its bitter herbalness, keeps White from getting too “pretty-pretty”.

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Dangerosa

Dangerosa by Reserve en Afrique 1934 £150.00

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  • Key notes:
  • artemisia
  • elemi
  • frankincense
  • geranium
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • green
  • woody

Enter the realm of dangerous flora, where flowers bloom hungrily and fatal nectar beckons. Beneath smooth leaves, sharp thorns await. This is nature’s exquisite revenge, where beauty becomes an irresistible danger. This fragrance opens with the peppery-lemon of elemi and bitter green artemisia. A bloody rose unfurls alongside its scent kin Egyptian geranium, their metallic facets softened by velvety osmanthus. Resin, incense and woods lends authority. 


Réserve en Afrique eaux de parfum feature responsibly sourced naturals, and are free from parabens, phthalates, UV filters and colorants. Their natural alcohol base is derived from beetroots, and they are a PETA-listed vegan & cruelty-free brand.

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Nightingale

Nightingale by Zoologist £200.00

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  • Key notes:
  • frankincense
  • oud
  • rose
  • sakura blossom
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #powdery
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

Messengers of spring arrive, bearing gifts that bring smiles to faces dulled by winter’s chill. The joyous song of the nightingale accompanies vibrant fuchsia-colored aromas of Japanese plum blossoms as they spread, infusing the tepid air. It marks a fleeting moment of emotional awaking: to some a time for celebration and fresh starts; to others, a countdown to a departure for unknown horizons.

Zoologist captures the onset of the Japanese spring through Nightingale, a pink floral chypre that will melt your heart. It opens with rich scents of saffron and rosy, powdery, tart Japanese plum blossoms, enveloping the core of the perfume like a luxurious silk kimono. Deep, warm aromas of oud, patchouli, moss, incense and ambergris seek to escape, seeping from the ruddy petals, to create a composition that’s complex and at the same time, simply desirable.

Perfumer: 稲葉 智夫 (Tomoo Inaba)

  • Key notes:
  • buddawood
  • cassia
  • frankincense
  • incense
  • rose
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • woody

BAROSSA VALLEY

LUTHERAN SETTLERS
Stone Steeples, Sacred Oils

PEWS OF GUILT
Tolling Bells, Thou Shalt Not

ANCIENT VINES
Swirling Incense, Whispered Confessions

FORGIVENESS MINE
Bread, Wine

Scent: Ancient, Spiritual, Woody(rich), Fresh, Balsamic

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Rose
  • Key notes:
  • basil
  • frankincense
  • geranium
  • gun powder
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • aromatic
  • floral
  • unconventional
  • woody

Perfumer: Dominique Ropion

Master perfumer Dominique Ropion has an affinity for legible complexity, with creations that are deep without losing clarity. Here he offers a deceptively simple rose that plays with contrasts: dry into wet, crisp into voluptuous. In a bit of misdirection, a lean basil and mint twins with rose for an opening that suggests the rest of the journey will be straightforward. That’s until the gunpowder shows up, unfurling its metallic, cold and smoky facets. Geranium shores up the minty rose, while incense, vetiver and benzoin flicker between wood and amber. A dance of beauty and violence.

About Umbra Oud by Anomalia Paris

What makes Umbra Oud different from these similar fragrances?
Umbra Oud is defined by its unique combination of Laotian oud, white leather and ambergris, which adds a distinctive leathery and marine depth. While the listed fragrances share some notes, none replicate this precise blend of resinous, woody, floral and leathery accords.
Are these fragrances suitable for both day and evening wear?
Many of these fragrances offer versatile compositions that can work for day or evening depending on personal preference and application. Some, like Santal and Dangerosa, lean fresher and lighter for daytime, whereas others like White or Religious Guilt Spritz have richer, more intense profiles suited to evening occasions.
How should I choose between these fragrances if I like Umbra Oud?
Focus on the shared notes that appeal most to you, such as the oud, rose, or frankincense elements. Consider the differences in character tags—such as fresh, powdery, sexy or beast—to find a fragrance that matches your desired mood or occasion.