Oud Cashmere Mood vs Chergui — Fragrance Comparison | Fraganty
Oud Cashmere Mood vs Chergui
Side-by-side comparison of Oud Cashmere Mood by Maison Francis Kurkdjian and Chergui by Serge Lutens
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
2013feminine
3.88(581)
Accords
Serge Lutens
2001feminine
4.23(12,351)
Accords
Comparison Summary
Shared Accords (2)
AmberWoody
Attribute
Oud Cashmere Mood
Chergui
Brand
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Serge Lutens
Year
2013
2001
Rating
3.88
4.23
Concentration
—
—
Gender
feminine
feminine
Total Notes
0
0
Community Sentiment Pulse — Oud Cashmere Mood
Mixed
22 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
/10
The Zoologist house is valued primarily for its artistic merit and unique storytelling approach rather than everyday wearability. While some fragrances like Panda and Bee have devoted fans, many community members find the scents too experimental or off-putting to wear regularly, viewing them more as olfactory art projects than practical fragrances.
Positive
Unique artistic concept with creative animal-themed narratives
Photorealistic and accurate scent representations
Good for exploring niche fragrance and developing olfactory appreciation
Some fragrances wearable and long-lasting (Panda, Bee, Elephant)
Negative
Many scents described as unwearable or too experimental for daily wear
High price point with limited discount options
Community Sentiment Pulse — Chergui
Mixed
58 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
Chergui is a well-crafted but divisive fragrance with a distinctive powdery tobacco profile that appeals strongly to its admirers but isn't universally loved. The community consensus leans positive overall, though most agree it's not a safe blind buy given its niche character and high price point, recommending sampling first, especially if coming from different fragrance families like Ambre Sultan.
Positive
Unique powdery tobacco blend with pleasant hay notes
Excellent performance and longevity in cooler weather
Highly regarded by Serge Lutens enthusiasts and loyal fans
Versatile unisex appeal, works well for both men and women
Negative
Noticeably powdery character that some find off-putting or baby powder-like
Not similar to Ambre Sultan despite both being amber fragrances
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Oud Cashmere Mood and Chergui?+
Oud Cashmere Mood is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Francis Kurkdjian (2013) dominated by Amber accords. Chergui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2001) leaning on Amber accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Woody.
Amber
100%
Oud
83%
Vanilla
36%
Warm Spicy
25%
Balsamic
23%
Musky
20%
Best: Winter (100%)Night (99%)
Amber
100%
Sweet
85%
Tobacco
80%
Honey
77%
Powdery
60%
Woody
48%
Best: Fall (100%)Night (81%)
Which is better, Oud Cashmere Mood or Chergui?+
By community rating, Oud Cashmere Mood scores 3.88/5 vs Chergui at 4.23/5. On r/fragrance, Oud Cashmere Mood sits at 5.5/10 (mixed) while Chergui is 7.2/10 (mixed). Oud Cashmere Mood's standout strength: Unique artistic concept with creative animal-themed narratives. Chergui's standout strength: Unique powdery tobacco blend with pleasant hay notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Oud Cashmere Mood and Chergui smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Oud Cashmere Mood: The Zoologist house is valued primarily for its artistic merit and unique storytelling approach rather than everyday wearability. Chergui: Chergui is a well-crafted but divisive fragrance with a distinctive powdery tobacco profile that appeals strongly to its admirers but isn't universally loved.
Which lasts longer, Oud Cashmere Mood or Chergui?+
Oud Cashmere Mood: Some fragrances wearable and long-lasting (Panda, Bee, Elephant) Chergui: Excellent performance and longevity in cooler weather Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Oud Cashmere Mood vs Chergui?+
Oud Cashmere Mood scores highest for winter wear; Chergui scores highest for fall wear. Oud Cashmere Mood leans evening, Chergui leans evening.
Polarizing quality with several reviewers finding them gimmicky
Common complaints about overpowering or off-putting notes (squid, gasoline, mustiness)
Old-fashioned scent profile that may not appeal to all preferences
Too expensive and niche to recommend as a blind buy without sampling first
