Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum vs Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Rouat Al Oud

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2020	Year	2016
£	Price Tier	££

Oud du Jour

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Rouat Al Oud is a divisive beast. For some, it's a stunningly sophisticated rose-oud combo with an exotic edge. For others, it's a harsh, synthetic affair that's best avoided. If you're after a budget Oud Ispahan, this might just scratch that itch.

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Our Verdict - Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Don't let the name fool you - this isn't an oud bomb, despite the strong sillage and longevity. It's a classy, sweet-fruity-oud for those who want a crowd-pleasing scent for cooler weather. A true masterpiece for some, a 'Tuscan Leather' clone to others, but one thing is clear: it's not a true oud fragrance.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	0%
Floral	33%	24%
Fruity	19%	31%
Green	4%	2%
Sweet	24%	24%
Warm	18%	30%
Woody	7%	2%
Earthy	18%	9%
Animalic	9%	7%
Fresh	5%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Rouat Al Oud EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Saffron 53% vs 37%

Raspberry 46% vs 35%

Only in Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Pink Pepper 27%

Shared Notes

Rose 43% vs 22%

Only in Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 28% Geranium 28%

Only in Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Plum 35% Incense 25% Lily Of The Valley 18%

Accords

Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

100%

Rose

52%

65%

Fruity

100%

96%

Oud

72%

86%

Warm Spicy

70%

79%

Leather

75%

Woody

48%

54%

Sweet

75%

70%

Fresh Spicy

65%

Amber

56%

58%

Patchouli

Metallic

48%

Smoky

46%

Rose shared

100%

52%

Fruity shared

65%

100%

Oud shared

96%

72%

Warm Spicy shared

86%

70%

Leather

79%

Woody shared

75%

48%

Sweet shared

54%

75%

Fresh Spicy

70%

Amber shared

65%

56%

Patchouli

58%

Metallic

48%

Smoky

46%

Performance

Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Rouat Al Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its strong projection and Middle Eastern character make it less suitable for a conservative office environment. However, the elegance of rose and oud, balanced with fruity warmth, makes it ideal for dates and some formal events, especially as it settles into a more refined drydown.

Oud du Jour Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Formal

Despite its strong sillage and longevity, many users find this wearable in an office setting due to its well-balanced, less aggressive oud profile. Its elegant fruity-sweet character with warm spicy undertones makes it perfect for dates and evening events, while still being appealing for smart casual wear; however, it's far too rich for sport.