The Serpent
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
903 Oud Ilam
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a true love-it-or-hate-it affair. Many call it a beastly dark oud monster, but others can't stomach the industrial or 'antiseptic' vibes. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you're into unapologetically bold, challenging scents, The Serpent might just charm you.
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 | 1% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 10% | 11% |
| Warm | 30% | 25% |
| Woody | 38% | 30% |
| Earthy | 46% | 29% |
| Animalic | 25% | 16% |
| Fresh | 0% | 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 beast-mode performance and polarising 'industrial' facets make it unsuitable for office wear or casual settings, where it might overwhelm. However, its dark, complex, and luxurious character, alongside the strong sillage and longevity, makes it perfect for formal events or a memorable, intimate date night.
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 Patchouli, Oud, Warm Spicy accords and Oud, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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