House of EM5 2024

Augustus

OudIndianMenEau de Parfum

Opens rich and resinous with Bergamot, Cardamom, Saffron, and Pink Pepper deepening into a smoky oud heart of Oud, Rose, Incense, and Geranium over a dark, woody base of Amber, Musk, Leather, and Sandalwood.

The bloodline

Imperial ValleyGissahModerate

This bottle carries the Imperial Valley DNA. Shares 5 notes with the original.

bergamotpink pepperagarwood oudleathermusk

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Inspired by, expect some overlap

Shares several notes with Imperial Valley by Gissah but has its own character. Worth trying before buying if you already own the original.

Wear in
fall
winter
Wear for
evening
formal
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Augustus bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

AromaticSpicyAnimalicCitrusFloralFreshGreenHoneyed

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2024

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Augustus is widely considered inspired by Imperial Valley, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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