Black Aoud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sable Noir
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Seriously divisive, this one. It's an imposing Middle Eastern rose and oud combo on steroids, a beast mode fragrance that isn't for background players. You'll either love its gothic, opulent vibe or find it overwhelmingly synthetic and 'old lady'.
Sable Noir is an unexpectedly juicy rose, a modern take that's far from your granny's potpourri. It rides the line between jammy and fresh, making it a surprisingly versatile and genuinely pleasant wear that's winning over the unconvinced.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 2% |
| Floral | 85% | 63% |
| Fruity | 0% | 20% |
| Green | 5% | 8% |
| Sweet | 25% | 26% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 5% | 2% |
| Fresh | 10% | 18% |
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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
Given its nuclear performance and room-filling sillage, Black Aoud is definitely not an office-safe scent, but it excels in formal evening settings or on a date where you want to make a lasting, sophisticated impression. Its intensity is too much for casual wear and entirely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
Occasions
Its balanced floral-fruity profile and moderate projection make it suitable for a variety of settings without being overpowering. The elegance of the rose elevates it for dates and formal events, while the fresh apricot keeps it versatile enough for daily wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Citrus accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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