H Aoud Parfum
| Parfum | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2021 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Kyoto EDT
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
H Aoud is a divisive scent, though generally lauded for its quality and complexity. Some find it a regal masterpiece, a true gem for oud and patchouli lovers. Others, however, are put off by its pungent, heavy-handed take on the notes, making it a firm love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Kyoto is a proper oddball: a divisive, earthy rose that some find artful and unique, while others smell pickled vegetables or borscht. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're a fan of the wonderfully weird.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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
This is a heavy, projecting fragrance that some find too strong for daily wear. Its opulent and sophisticated nature, driven by rich oud and patchouli, makes it far more suited to formal events and special dates, particularly in colder weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and unique character make it intriguing for casual wear and dates. However, the strong, sometimes divisive beetroot note means it's less suited for formal events or the office, where subtlety and broad appeal are often preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, earthy, aromatic
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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