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Best Oud Perfumes UK 2026: For Women, For Men and for Sharing

Nineteen oud perfumes for women, men and sharing, from Tom Ford and Lattafa to Dior and Initio, with a plain word on synthetic oud accords.

Best Winter Perfumes UK 2026: Scents That Work in the Cold

Citrus fades fast once the temperature drops. Here are the amber, oud, spice and vanilla fragrances built to perform in UK cold weather this winter, for women, men and unisex wear, at every price point.

What Is Oud? The Complete Guide to Fragrance's Most Expensive Ingredient

Oud is agarwood, resinous wood from Aquilaria trees. Here is what it actually smells like, why it costs so much, and where to try it without spending a fortune.