Inara Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oud du Jour
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously polarising budget beast. Some absolutely adore its sweet, jammy fruit and oud blend, hailing it as a compliment magnet with beastly performance. Others find it an antiseptic, plasticky, 'grandma' smell that leads to instant headaches. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the low price point.
Don't let the name fool you - this isn't an oud bomb, despite the strong sillage and longevity. It's a classy, sweet-fruity-oud for those who want a crowd-pleasing scent for cooler weather. A true masterpiece for some, a 'Tuscan Leather' clone to others, but one thing is clear: it's not a true oud fragrance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 24% | 24% |
| Fruity | 41% | 31% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 32% | 24% |
| Warm | 14% | 30% |
| Woody | 2% | 2% |
| Earthy | 11% | 9% |
| Animalic | 9% | 7% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its intense longevity and powerful sillage, Inara Oud is a bit much for the office. It shines brightest on dates or formal events where its bold character can make a statement, and can be worn casually if applied lightly. It's far too heavy and sweet for any sort of athletic activity.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Despite its strong sillage and longevity, many users find this wearable in an office setting due to its well-balanced, less aggressive oud profile. Its elegant fruity-sweet character with warm spicy undertones makes it perfect for dates and evening events, while still being appealing for smart casual wear; however, it's far too rich for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Oud, Rose accords and Rose, Raspberry notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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