Black Oud Eau de Parfum vs The One and Only Golden Nights Eau de Parfum

Black Oud

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	££

The One and Only Golden Nights

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Oud

This is a seriously divisive oud, splitting the room between those who sing its praises for masterful blending and bold projection, and others who think it's just 'weak AF'. Either way, it's unmistakably Al Haramain: don't expect quiet sophistication.

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Our Verdict - The One and Only Golden Nights

Seriously, if you're after a sophisticated woody amber without spending a fortune, this is your jam. It's a classy, understated night-out scent that gets compliments without trying too hard.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	1%
Floral	6%	0%
Fruity	0%	3%
Green	8%	15%
Sweet	21%	17%
Warm	32%	36%
Woody	28%	30%
Earthy	13%	7%
Animalic	10%	3%
Fresh	7%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Black Oud EdP

The One and Only Golden Nights EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 35% vs 50%

Only in Black Oud

Clove 24% Pepper 21% Thyme 19%

Only in The One and Only Golden Nights

Basil 50%

Only in Black Oud

Oud 34% Vetiver 25% Cedar 22% Rose 19%

Only in The One and Only Golden Nights

Pear Tree Wood 50% Nutmeg 50%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 20% vs 25%

Amber 17% vs 25%

Only in Black Oud

Tonka Bean 26% Vanilla 19% Musk 18%

Only in The One and Only Golden Nights

Labdanum 25% Cedar 25%

Accords

Black Oud The One and Only Golden Nights

100%

Warm Spicy

60%

72%

Woody

100%

82%

Aromatic

60%

56%

Amber

72%

54%

Fresh Spicy

72%

64%

Vanilla

60%

Oud

54%

Powdery

50%

45%

Sweet

Warm Spicy shared

100%

60%

Woody shared

72%

100%

Aromatic shared

82%

60%

Amber shared

56%

72%

Fresh Spicy shared

54%

72%

Vanilla

64%

Oud

60%

Powdery shared

54%

50%

Sweet

45%

Performance

Black Oud The One and Only Golden Nights

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Oud

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong projection and long-lasting nature, Black Oud is a bit too much for the office. It excels in formal and date settings where its bold, woody oud character can shine, but it's far too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.

The One and Only Golden Nights

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

The rich woody and amber profile, combined with its good performance, makes it best suited for cooler evenings and special occasions. It's a bit too heavy for the gym and probably won't be your daily office reach, but is versatile enough for smart casual wear.