Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Midnight Oud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2009 Year 2017
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Intense Black Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle Intense Black Aoud

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Midnight Oud
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Midnight Oud
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.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Intense Black Aoud
This one's a proper beast, a seriously potent Montale for those who want to make an entrance. Intense Black Aoud is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, not for the faint-hearted, but if you're after nuclear projection and longevity, you've found your match.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 13%
Floral 18% 26%
Fruity 0% 2%
Green 3% 1%
Sweet 18% 16%
Warm 15% 6%
Woody 24% 24%
Earthy 20% 22%
Animalic 16% 23%
Fresh 7% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Midnight Oud EdP
Intense Black Aoud EdP

Notes

Accords

Midnight Oud Intense Black Aoud
100%
Rose
96%
81%
Woody
100%
99%
Oud
85%
Warm Spicy
66%
71%
Leather
Animalic
69%
60%
Patchouli
62%
60%
Musky
51%
Citrus
55%
50%
Aromatic
Floral
50%
49%
Powdery
Rose shared
100%
96%
Woody shared
81%
100%
Oud
99%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
66%
71%
69%
Patchouli shared
60%
62%
Musky shared
60%
51%
55%
50%
50%
49%

Performance

Midnight Oud Intense Black Aoud
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Midnight Oud

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.

Intense Black Aoud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its monstrous projection and longevity, this scent is far too powerful for an office setting where it would overwhelm. It's best suited for formal evenings or dates where a bold statement is desired, and its intense character makes it unsuitable for casual daytime wear or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
80%
Accord
64%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Rose, Warm Spicy accords and Musk, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Midnight Oud
Intense Black Aoud
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