Black Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rawda
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong opinions, maybe even some drama. Not a crowd-pleaser, more of a niche gem for those who appreciate its unique, somewhat mysterious charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 6% | 13% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 8% | 6% |
| Sweet | 21% | 22% |
| Warm | 32% | 34% |
| Woody | 28% | 17% |
| Earthy | 13% | 17% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 7% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
Occasions
Its bold and polarising nature makes it less suitable for formal office environments where subtlety is often preferred. However, its sophisticated warmth and mysterious depth lend themselves well to evening dates and formal events, though perhaps not for casual daytime wear or anything active.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Amber accords and Clove, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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