Oud Imperial
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
L'Oudh
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Which Should You Buy?
A masterclass in dry, smoky oud - never sweet, never barnyard, always dignified. Oud Imperial balances incense, spice, and woods for a dark, meditative signature that whispers old-world intrigue and modern refinement.
L'Oudh is a truly polarising beast, a 'love it or hate it' affair where petrol and rubber meet raw, earthy oud. It's a challenging wear that demands appreciation for its uncompromising, naturalistic approach to a dark, animalic aroma.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 11% |
| Floral | 7% | 12% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 8% | 13% |
| Warm | 24% | 23% |
| Woody | 31% | 35% |
| Earthy | 28% | 20% |
| Animalic | 15% | 10% |
| Fresh | 6% | 9% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oud Imperial's dense smoky woods, spices, and resins thrive in cool air, making it ideal for winter and late fall. Its dryness and lack of sweetness give it a dark, cozy aura unsuited for heat, but it can work in cool spring nights.
Occasions
Its bold, mature and smoky character is best for formal occasions and evenings, potentially as a statement scent on a date. Too assertive and complex for office or sport, and too rich for casual daily wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and often challenging opening notes of gasoline and rubber, L'Oudh is entirely unsuitable for office wear and too bold for most casual settings. Its dark, opulent character makes it more fitting for formal evenings or a daring date, but it's certainly not a crowd-pleaser.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Leather accords and Saffron, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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