Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Midnight Oud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2009 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
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Our Verdict - Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum
A divisive take on the classic rose-oud, Midnight Oud is a bold statement. While some find its opening challenging - think 'burned plastic' or 'gasoline' - patient wearers are rewarded with a dark, sophisticated dry down. Definitely not for the shy, but a must-try for oud newcomers and dark romantic souls alike.
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Our Verdict - Original Oud Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. If you're into 'barnyard' oud, this is your jam; otherwise, steer well clear. It's affordable, hardcore animalic, and definitely not for the faint of heart.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 15%
Floral 18% 19%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 3% 2%
Sweet 18% 16%
Warm 15% 21%
Woody 24% 22%
Earthy 20% 11%
Animalic 16% 23%
Fresh 7% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Midnight Oud EdP
Original Oud EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 27% vs 50%
Bergamot 18% vs 50%
Only in Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum
Rose 35% Papyrus 19%
Only in Original Oud Eau de Parfum
Rose 50% Oud 50%
Shared Notes
Musk 25% vs 33%
Amber 23% vs 33%
Sandalwood 22% vs 33%
Only in Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 29%

Accords

Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum Original Oud Eau de Parfum
100%
Rose
99%
Oud
100%
85%
Warm Spicy
47%
81%
Woody
52%
71%
Leather
45%
60%
Musky
65%
60%
Patchouli
60%
50%
Aromatic
49%
Powdery
50%
100%
Oud shared
99%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
47%
Woody shared
81%
52%
Leather shared
71%
45%
Musky shared
60%
65%
Patchouli shared
60%
60%
50%
Powdery shared
49%
50%

Performance

Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum Original Oud Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong opening, significant sillage, and long-lasting nature, this scent is ill-suited for the office. It excels in intimate date settings and formal evening events, particularly in cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming.

Original Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and intensely animalic oud make it unsuitable for office wear. It could work for a daring date night or an evening event if worn lightly, but it's best suited for personal enjoyment or specific, casual settings where its boldness is appreciated, rather than for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
92%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

Both share Oud, Musky, Patchouli accords and Saffron, Bergamot notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum
Original Oud Eau de Parfum
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