Oud 24 Hours
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2009 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Ard Al Zaafaran's Oud 24 Hours is a divisive beast: for some, it's a stellar, budget-friendly dupe of Tom Ford's Black Orchid, offering nuclear performance and a deeply complex scent profile. For others, it's an unwearable, synthetic disaster. This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it rollercoaster.
This one's a true classic, often compared to Coco Mademoiselle but with its own smoky charm. It's a confident, long-lasting scent; just go easy on the trigger if you want to avoid giving anyone a patchouli headache.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 12% |
| Floral | 17% | 27% |
| Fruity | 10% | 2% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 26% | 27% |
| Warm | 10% | 13% |
| Woody | 15% | 12% |
| Earthy | 33% | 24% |
| Animalic | 2% | 5% |
| Fresh | 6% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and heavy, warm-spicy accords make it ill-suited for the office or casual daytime wear, as this could overwhelm. It shines brightest in formal and date settings, especially in cooler weather, where its depth and rich character are appreciated and can project well without being stifling.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its excellent longevity and strong projection make it a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile positions it perfectly for dates and formal events, with some reviewers noting its versatility for day-to-night wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Patchouli accords and Jasmine, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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