Oud Al Sahraa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2008 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't for the faint of heart - a truly polarising oud bomb that fills a room and then some. You'll either love its dark, animalic depth or find it overwhelmingly skanky. Definitely one to try before you buy, unless you're a seasoned oud aficionado.
A truly gorgeous, classic woody-leather scent, but don't bother with anything but vintage bottles. Newer formulations are watery disappointments, a shadow of their former glory, with atrocious performance that truly lets the side down.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 26% | 11% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 6% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 7% |
| Sweet | 19% | 10% |
| Warm | 18% | 17% |
| Woody | 29% | 38% |
| Earthy | 19% | 19% |
| Animalic | 13% | 16% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and room-filling sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, as many mentioned it could offend those not used to bold oud. It's best reserved for cooler weather, evenings, and formal settings where its intensity can be appreciated without overwhelming a tight space.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
While the scent profile leans towards versatile, poor performance in current formulations means it's best for close encounters like dates or casual evening wear. It's too intimate for formal events and utterly unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Oud, Powdery accords and Oud, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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