Natural Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. If you're a fan of rich, sweet oud with a fruity twist and impressive longevity, you'll be chuffed. But if you're not into intense, traditional Middle Eastern scents, steer clear. Definitely not a blind buy.
This oud-rose-raspberry blend is a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a sublime, woody-spicy oud, others smell 'glue' or find it surprisingly weak. It's a modern take on a classic, but don't expect it to break new ground.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 29% | 23% |
| Fruity | 10% | 10% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 24% | 22% |
| Warm | 23% | 14% |
| Woody | 18% | 27% |
| Earthy | 11% | 14% |
| Animalic | 13% | 12% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, Natural Oud is far too potent for the office. It's best reserved for evening wear, like dates or formal events, where it can make a statement without overwhelming. Its intense, warm spicy and oud profile means it's not suited for casual daytime activities or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
While some find its performance strong, others report it's quite weak, suggesting it's unlikely to offend in an office setting but might get lost on a casual day out. Its woody, amber, and rose profile makes it ideal for dates and formal events, lending a sophisticated air.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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