Black Intensitive Aoud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Rose Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive beast. Many find it an 'intensive' experience: a bold, unapologetic take on rose-oud that's both lauded for its power and loathed for its 'soapy' or 'hair spray' notes. Proceed with caution, and definitely sample first.
Kilian's Rose Oud is a divisive take on the classic rose-oud combo. Some swoon over its jammy rose and light oud, while others find it too sweet, synthetic, or just plain boring. Performance is solid, but whether it's worth the niche price tag is a question it struggles to answer.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 26% | 51% |
| Fruity | 16% | 14% |
| Green | 12% | 2% |
| Sweet | 29% | 28% |
| Warm | 27% | 20% |
| Woody | 2% | 1% |
| Earthy | 6% | 3% |
| Animalic | 5% | 7% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, spicy-oud profile make it overwhelming for office environments, but it suits dates and formal events where making a statement is desired. It's too heavy and sophisticated for casual wear or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its moderate projection and long-lasting scent, Rose Oud is well-suited for evenings and special occasions where you want to make an impression without overpowering. The rich rose and subtle oud accords make it too opulent for active wear or a full day in a shared office space, but fine for a casual evening out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Oud, Woody accords and Rose, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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