What's the difference between No. 68 New York and Royal Oud?+
No. 68 New York is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frau Tonis Parfum (2009) dominated by Citrus accords. Royal Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Creed (2011) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Citrus, Aromatic, Green.
Which is better, No. 68 New York or Royal Oud?+
By community rating, No. 68 New York scores 3.83/5 vs Royal Oud at 4.36/5. Royal Oud's standout strength: Rich, classy cedar-forward woody scent with elegant character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do No. 68 New York and Royal Oud smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Royal Oud: Royal Oud is a polarizing fragrance that impresses with its refined cedar-and-wood profile and receives genuine compliments, but frustrates many with its weak sillage, misleading name (minimal actual oud), and Creed's notorious batch inconsistency.
Which lasts longer, No. 68 New York or Royal Oud?+
Royal Oud: Good longevity (4-6 hours) when properly applied Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits No. 68 New York vs Royal Oud?+
No. 68 New York scores highest for spring wear; Royal Oud scores highest for fall wear. No. 68 New York leans daytime, Royal Oud leans evening.
