Thara Al Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
903 Oud Ilam
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly 'Oud for Greatness' inspired scent gets mixed reviews for its rough edges and inconsistent performance, making it a bit of a gamble, though some do rate it highly when layered.
This isn't for the faint of heart, or for those with an aversion to deeply earthy, almost animalic scents. Prepare for a full-on, no-holds-barred experience with patchouli and oud at the forefront; it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 6% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 13% | 11% |
| Warm | 29% | 25% |
| Woody | 23% | 30% |
| Earthy | 29% | 29% |
| Animalic | 20% | 16% |
| Fresh | 8% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart 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 spicy and woody accords, combined with what some describe as a 'spice bomb' characteristic, make it unsuitable for the office. However, its bold character and formal leaning oud make it quite fitting for dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its potent, earthy, and potentially polarising profile, this isn't suitable for office wear where subtlety is key. It's better suited for evenings or specific events where a bold statement is desired, though the strength might overwhelm in very intimate settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Woody accords and Oud, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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