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Oud-Couture Eau de Parfum bottle Oud-Couture EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2016 Year 2014
££ Price Tier £££££
Black Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Black Oud EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud-Couture EDP
This one's a bit of a chameleon, often starting brash before settling into something really rather sophisticated and warm. Don't blind buy unless you live for spicy, woody scents, but if you do, it's a solid win.
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Our Verdict - Black Oud EDP
Kilian's Black Oud is a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. It's potent, animalic, and definitely not for the uninitiated, but if you're into an intense oud experience, you'll be absolutely hooked.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud-Couture EDP
Black Oud EDP

Notes

Accords

Oud-Couture Black Oud
100%
Woody
100%
88%
Warm Spicy
75%
84%
Aromatic
79%
Fresh Spicy
52%
Amber
73%
65%
Oud
70%
67%
Citrus
Rose
62%
Smoky
61%
Balsamic
58%
Musky
54%
52%
Earthy
Mossy
51%
46%
Sweet
Woody shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
88%
75%
84%
Fresh Spicy shared
79%
52%
73%
Oud shared
65%
70%
67%
62%
61%
58%
54%
52%
51%
46%

Performance

Oud-Couture Black Oud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud-Couture

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its initial strength might be a bit much for a quiet office, but it settles into a sophisticated, woody warmth that's perfect for a discerning work environment or a family dinner. The unique, fresh-sour oud makes it versatile enough for an evening out or even a smart casual gathering.

Black Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its intense sillage and longevity, Black Oud is far too overpowering for an office or casual setting. It's best reserved for date nights or elegant formal events where its commanding presence can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, warm spicy, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud-Couture EDP
Black Oud EDP
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