Rose Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
903 Oud Ilam
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandma's rose. Maison Alhambra's Rose Oud is a divisive beast: some get a sweet, wearable oud-rose, others a smoky, leathery, and even questionable aroma that leans heavily masculine. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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 | 8% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 16% | 11% |
| Warm | 23% | 25% |
| Woody | 34% | 30% |
| Earthy | 27% | 29% |
| Animalic | 17% | 16% |
| Fresh | 2% | 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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its powerful and assertive oud-heavy profile makes it too intense for an office setting and casual wear. However, its bold and luxurious character is well-suited for formal events and date nights where it can make a sophisticated statement.
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 Oud, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Saffron, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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