Question 1

What's the difference between Unknown Oud and Ylang 49?

Accepted Answer

Unknown Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tamburins (2022) dominated by Oud accords. Ylang 49 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Unknown Oud or Ylang 49?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Unknown Oud scores 3.68/5 vs Ylang 49 at 3.84/5. Ylang 49's standout strength: Unique and interesting composition with strong floral-chypre character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Unknown Oud and Ylang 49 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Ylang 49: Ylang 49 is a divisive fragrance with strong opinions in both directions.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Unknown Oud or Ylang 49?

Accepted Answer

Ylang 49: Excellent longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Unknown Oud vs Ylang 49?

Accepted Answer

Unknown Oud scores highest for all seasons wear; Ylang 49 scores highest for fall wear. Unknown Oud leans daytime, Ylang 49 leans daytime.

Unknown Oud vs Ylang 49

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Unknown Oud (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Ylang 49

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Eigenschap	Unknown Oud	Ylang 49
Merk	Tamburins	Le Labo
Jaar	2022	2015
Beoordeling	3.68	3.84
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	0