Rose Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Other |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2012 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Kampuchea Noir
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandma's rose. Maison Alhambra's Rose Oud is a divisive beast: some get a sweet, wearable oud-rose, others a smoky, leathery, and even questionable aroma that leans heavily masculine. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
This is a ridiculously expensive, 'for-your-eyes-only' oud. You'll either get it, or you won't. And if you don't 'get it', then this isn't for you.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 16% | 16% |
| Warm | 23% | 33% |
| Woody | 34% | 25% |
| Earthy | 27% | 22% |
| Animalic | 17% | 21% |
| Fresh | 2% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its powerful and assertive oud-heavy profile makes it too intense for an office setting and casual wear. However, its bold and luxurious character is well-suited for formal events and date nights where it can make a sophisticated statement.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its extreme cost and focus on personal enjoyment, this scent excels in formal or intimate date settings rather than casual or sporty ones. While it's not a loud projector, its unique character might be distracting in an office environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Saffron, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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