Red Aoud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Seriously divisive. Some adore this 'gourmand oud' for its unique cakey-rose vibe, while others are put off by a medicinal opening or a cheap, potpourri drydown. If you like your oud on the sweeter side, give it a go, but buyer beware: some find it overwhelmingly feminine or synthetic.
This one's a divisive beast. Some find it a 'Gothic masterpiece' with dark elegance; others are attacked by 'skanky oud' and 'outdated' rose that 'violates' the nose. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so test before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 5% |
| Floral | 28% | 32% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 15% | 12% |
| Warm | 20% | 11% |
| Woody | 28% | 29% |
| Earthy | 19% | 17% |
| Animalic | 10% | 3% |
| Fresh | 2% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a rich, often 'beast mode' fragrance, making it less suitable for the office where subtlety is key. Its warm, sensual, and gourmand-leaning profile makes it perfect for dates and evening events, and many find it comforting enough for casual wear despite its strength.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its strong projection and unique, potentially polarising scent profile make it less suitable for office wear. However, its bold and mysterious character lends itself well to evening dates and formal events where you want to make a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Rose, Warm Spicy accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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