Natural Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ombre de Louis
ScentArt
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-saffron blend is a real shape-shifter; some find it a beast, others a whisper. It's a classic recipe - some might say a bit too familiar - but it delivers an agreeable take on a well-loved DNA.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 29% | 20% |
| Fruity | 10% | 10% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 24% | 21% |
| Warm | 23% | 27% |
| Woody | 18% | 22% |
| Earthy | 11% | 16% |
| Animalic | 13% | 14% |
| Fresh | 5% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong oud, amber, and warm spicy accords, this scent commands attention, making it less suitable for a quiet office but perfect for dates and formal events. While some find its performance strong, others report it's quite linear and lacking intensity, so casual wear depends on your individual experience.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Rose accords and Oud, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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