The Oud Affair
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Rise and Fall
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive affair, alright. You'll either adore its opulent, smoky honey-tobacco embrace, or you'll be running for the hills from what some call an 'ashtray' scent. Definitely not a blind buy, but for those who get it, it's a masterpiece.
This one's a bit of a curveball. While many absolutely adore its spicy, creamy warmth, a noticeable few get an off-putting 'pickle' vibe. Definitely sample before you commit to the full bento box - because when it hits, it truly hits, but when it misses, it really misses.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 8% |
| Floral | 4% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 3% |
| Sweet | 37% | 43% |
| Warm | 41% | 41% |
| Woody | 5% | 1% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 9% | 0% |
| Fresh | 5% | 10% |
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 potent projection and long-lasting nature make it unsuitable for the office or casual daytime wear, as noted by reviewers. However, the luxurious tobacco and honey accords, combined with its 'sultry' and 'magnetic' feel, position it perfectly for upscale date nights, formal events, and cooler evening wear, as many users attested.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy-sweet profile leans more towards evening and cooler weather events, making it ideal for dates and comfortable casual wear. While it has presence, it's not overpowering enough to be completely out of place in some office settings, but it's too rich for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Tobacco, Vanilla accords and Ginger notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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