88%
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Ra'ed Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Ra'ed Oud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2021 Year 2021
£ Price Tier ££
Wood On Fire Eau de Parfum bottle Wood On Fire

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ra'ed Oud
This one's a proper statement, not for the faint of heart or those seeking universal affection. It's bold, unapologetic, and divisive - you'll either love its rugged character or be put off by its eccentricities. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like your fragrances challenging.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Wood On Fire
This one's a proper dark horse. While its name might promise pure bonfire, Montale's Wood On Fire delivers a more nuanced, sweet, and smoky experience that surprisingly divides opinion. Some find it challenging, others an underrated gem, but it definitely leaves an impression.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 9%
Floral 13% 3%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 3% 3%
Sweet 11% 20%
Warm 26% 26%
Woody 24% 29%
Earthy 18% 20%
Animalic 19% 20%
Fresh 8% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ra'ed Oud EdP
Wood On Fire EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 45% vs 33%
Bergamot 25% vs 33%
Only in Ra'ed Oud
Lavender 29%
Only in Wood On Fire
Incense 33%
Shared Notes
Leather 29% vs 33%
Amber 22% vs 33%
Only in Ra'ed Oud
Oud 25% Sandalwood 23%
Only in Wood On Fire
Vanilla 33%

Accords

Ra'ed Oud Wood On Fire
100%
Leather
100%
Woody
100%
96%
Warm Spicy
44%
95%
Amber
62%
74%
Smoky
94%
71%
Oud
74%
63%
Animalic
Powdery
62%
61%
Earthy
48%
Vanilla
60%
58%
Rose
55%
Balsamic
Aromatic
55%
100%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
96%
44%
Amber shared
95%
62%
Smoky shared
74%
94%
Oud shared
71%
74%
63%
62%
Earthy shared
61%
48%
60%
58%
55%
55%

Performance

Ra'ed Oud Wood On Fire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ra'ed Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its strong projection and distinct, non-mass-pleasing character make it unsuitable for office wear. While bold, its rugged leather and oud notes might be too intense for some dates, but it can shine in casual settings, especially in cooler weather. It lacks the polish for most formal events.

Wood On Fire

Seasons

Best For:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent performance and strong smoky, oud-leaning profile make it too assertive for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events where its alluring depth can shine. While it can work casually in colder weather, it's best suited to occasions where its unique character won't overshadow others.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
88%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Smoky, Oud accords and Leather, Saffron notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ra'ed Oud
Wood On Fire
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