Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle Aoud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2010 Year 2016
£££££ Price Tier ££
Oud de Nil Eau de Parfum bottle Oud de Nil

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aoud
Roja Aoud certainly divides opinion, but those who love it, really love it. It's a rich, opulent rose-oud that many find intoxicating, though some lament the lack of a prominent oud note. Be warned: the potent dark juice stains skin and clothes, which is a major sticking point for many.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Oud de Nil
This one's a proper grower, a controversial take on oud that starts strong and settles into something unexpectedly beautiful. It's divisive, with some finding it a bit 'much' at first, but for those who stick with it, Oud de Nil offers a surprisingly delicate interpretation of a classic.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 39% 46%
Floral 43% 44%
Fruity 3% 6%
Green 13% 8%
Sweet 12% 12%
Warm 1% 1%
Woody 0% 0%
Earthy 0% 0%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 27% 28%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aoud EdP
Oud de Nil EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 31% vs 53%
Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 34%
Geranium 24% vs 22%
Jasmine 19% vs 22%
Only in Aoud
Ylang-Ylang 20%
Only in Oud de Nil
Orange Blossom 21%

Accords

Aoud Oud de Nil
100%
Rose
97%
83%
Woody
100%
93%
Oud
96%
87%
Fresh Spicy
77%
73%
Amber
82%
79%
Citrus
71%
73%
Aromatic
54%
72%
Leather
72%
Animalic
Floral
54%
Rose shared
100%
97%
Woody shared
83%
100%
Oud shared
93%
96%
Fresh Spicy shared
87%
77%
Amber shared
73%
82%
Citrus shared
79%
71%
Aromatic shared
73%
54%
72%
72%
54%

Performance

Aoud Oud de Nil
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Aoud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This is a tenacious, rich fragrance designed to make an impression, making it ill-suited for casual or office wear where it could be overpowering. Its luxurious rose and oud profile, combined with robust performance, earns it high marks for formal events and romantic dates.

Oud de Nil

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong opening and sophisticated oud-rose profile, this scent is better suited for evenings and special events rather than the office. Its longevity means it will carry you through a date or formal gathering with ease, though some find it can be a bit 'intense' for casual daytime wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
96%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
94%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Oud, Fresh Spicy accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Aoud
Oud de Nil
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