Dark Aoud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Red African
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a Tom Ford Oud Wood dupe, plain and simple, but don't expect it to be a dead ringer. It's got the essence for a fraction of the price, but lacks the depth of the original. Prepare for varying performance and a bit of a plasticky tang, but for a budget-friendly woody vibe, it's a winner if you let it 'macerate'.
This is a serious gourmand with a rubbery edge that will divide opinion. Expect a thick, sweet, syrupy hit of caramel that's either comforting or cloying, depending on your palate. Not for the faint-hearted.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 26% | 30% |
| Warm | 28% | 20% |
| Woody | 33% | 32% |
| Earthy | 12% | 4% |
| Animalic | 12% | 17% |
| Fresh | 5% | 4% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and woody, warm spicy accords make it suitable for formal and date settings without being overpowering. While some find it office-appropriate, its dark, sensual nature means it's not the best choice for everyday work.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Given its strong, sweet gourmand nature and the community's notes about it being 'overwhelming' or 'not for everyone', this isn't an office-friendly scent. It excels in intimate settings like dates, where its rich, enveloping sweetness can shine without overpowering. It's a bit much for everyday casual wear, but can be fun for relaxed social events or festive winter gatherings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Vanilla accords and Rosewood, Ambergris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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