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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Oud Satin Mood
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Which Should You Buy?
A potent, polarising love-it-or-hate-it Middle Eastern beast that's definitely not for the faint of heart. If you're after a loud, assertive oud without the hefty price tag, this is your scent. Expect compliments and strong opinions.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Oud Satin Mood is the velvety rose-violet-oud that turned a million scent-curious wearers towards niche perfumery. EV's No. 20 reads as a slightly sweeter, less powdery version - the rose-oud handshake is there, the satin texture is not.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 5% |
| Floral | 20% | 70% |
| Fruity | 8% | 15% |
| Green | 3% | 10% |
| Sweet | 22% | 55% |
| Warm | 25% | 85% |
| Woody | 24% | 55% |
| Earthy | 17% | 45% |
| Animalic | 17% | 40% |
| Fresh | 3% | 15% |
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
This fragrance is an absolute powerhouse, making it unsuitable for an office setting where it could overpower others. Its bold, luxurious profile and strong projection make it perfect for formal events or impressive date nights. It demands attention rather than blending in, so casual wear depends entirely on how much you want to stand out.
Seasons
Rose-oud-amber sits firmly in cooler months - the resinous base reads heavy in summer; winter and autumn evenings are the natural home.
Occasions
An evening-and-formal signature - date-night and formal-evening the strongest fit; office only at minimal application because the rose-oud reads as a statement scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Oud accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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