Ra'ed Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
L'Oudh
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper statement, not for the faint of heart or those seeking universal affection. It's bold, unapologetic, and divisive - you'll either love its rugged character or be put off by its eccentricities. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like your fragrances challenging.
L'Oudh is a truly polarising beast, a 'love it or hate it' affair where petrol and rubber meet raw, earthy oud. It's a challenging wear that demands appreciation for its uncompromising, naturalistic approach to a dark, animalic aroma.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 11% |
| Floral | 13% | 12% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 11% | 13% |
| Warm | 26% | 23% |
| Woody | 24% | 35% |
| Earthy | 18% | 20% |
| Animalic | 19% | 10% |
| Fresh | 8% | 9% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong projection and distinct, non-mass-pleasing character make it unsuitable for office wear. While bold, its rugged leather and oud notes might be too intense for some dates, but it can shine in casual settings, especially in cooler weather. It lacks the polish for most formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and often challenging opening notes of gasoline and rubber, L'Oudh is entirely unsuitable for office wear and too bold for most casual settings. Its dark, opulent character makes it more fitting for formal evenings or a daring date, but it's certainly not a crowd-pleaser.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Earthy accords and Bergamot, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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