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Rose Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Oud EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2010 Year 2022
££££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose Oud EDP
Kilian's Rose Oud is a divisive take on the classic rose-oud combo. Some swoon over its jammy rose and light oud, while others find it too sweet, synthetic, or just plain boring. Performance is solid, but whether it's worth the niche price tag is a question it struggles to answer.
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Our Verdict - Oud Hypnotique Extrait
This oud-rose combo is an absolute crowd-pleaser for most, praised for its captivating blend of warmth and freshness. While some find it a bit too spicy or commonplace, many can't get enough of its smooth, powerful charm. Definitely one to sample before you commit.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Oud EDP
Oud Hypnotique Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Cinnamon 33% vs 33%
Saffron 33% vs 38%
Only in Rose Oud
Rose 33%
Only in Oud Hypnotique
Pepper 28%
Only in Rose Oud
Litchi 100%
Only in Oud Hypnotique
Rose 65% Grapefruit 35%

Accords

Rose Oud Oud Hypnotique
100%
Rose
74%
57%
Warm Spicy
100%
75%
Oud
81%
63%
Woody
45%
Cinnamon
57%
Patchouli
55%
Vanilla
52%
51%
Floral
45%
Metallic
48%
Leather
44%
Rose shared
100%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
57%
100%
Oud shared
75%
81%
Woody shared
63%
45%
57%
55%
52%
51%
Metallic shared
45%
48%
44%

Performance

Rose Oud Oud Hypnotique
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its moderate projection and long-lasting scent, Rose Oud is well-suited for evenings and special occasions where you want to make an impression without overpowering. The rich rose and subtle oud accords make it too opulent for active wear or a full day in a shared office space, but fine for a casual evening out.

Oud Hypnotique

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

As an extrait, this fragrance boasts excellent projection and longevity, which might be a bit much for a typical office setting. Its warm, spicy, and opulent character makes it ideal for dates and formal events, though its smooth wearability also fits more casual, evening occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
80%
Key Similarities

Both lean rose, oud, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rose Oud EDP
Oud Hypnotique Extrait
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