Question 1

What's the difference between The Oud Affair and Lira?

Accepted Answer

The Oud Affair is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vilhelm Parfumerie (2015) dominated by Sweet accords. Lira is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2011) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, The Oud Affair or Lira?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Oud Affair scores 4.00/5 vs Lira at 4.29/5. Lira's standout strength: Delicious gourmand scent with lemon, caramel, and vanilla notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do The Oud Affair and Lira smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Vanilla. Lira: Xerjoff Lira is a polarizing gourmand fragrance that impresses devoted fans with its delicious cake-like scent, interesting supporting notes, and strong projection, but frustrates others with its cloying sweetness, play-doh undertones, and high price-to-performance ratio.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, The Oud Affair or Lira?

Accepted Answer

Lira: Good longevity and projection, noticeable to others Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits The Oud Affair vs Lira?

Accepted Answer

The Oud Affair scores highest for fall wear; Lira scores highest for fall wear. The Oud Affair leans evening, Lira leans daytime.

The Oud Affair vs Lira

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to The Oud Affair (4)

Unique to Lira (8)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Lira

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Attribute	The Oud Affair	Lira
Brand	Vilhelm Parfumerie	Xerjoff
Year	2015	2011
Rating	4.00	4.29
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	5	9