Carved Oud Eau de Parfum vs Bois d'Hiver Eau de Parfum

Carved Oud

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2014
££	Price Tier	£££££

Bois d'Hiver

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Carved Oud

Carved Oud is often lauded as the superior, smoother evolution of Tom Ford's Oud Wood. Expect a well-blended, sophisticated woody scent that gets plenty of love, but some find its performance underwhelming for the price.

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Our Verdict - Bois d'Hiver

If you're after a winter forest vibe, this delivers. Much love for the opening, but short-lived performance and the glaring similarities to Tom Ford Oud Wood make this one divisive. Be warned, it's a classy act that often fades too fast off the skin for the price tag.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	2%
Floral	4%	13%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	7%	3%
Sweet	20%	15%
Warm	29%	28%
Woody	33%	30%
Earthy	11%	13%
Animalic	10%	5%
Fresh	11%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 29% vs 61%

Pink Pepper 23% vs 38%

Only in Carved Oud

Cypress 24% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 24%

Only in Bois d'Hiver

Cedar 46% Heliotrope 32% Cyclamen 23%

Shared Notes

Musk 22% vs 23%

Sandalwood 21% vs 24%

Only in Carved Oud

Vanilla 20% Vetiver 18% Amber 18%

Only in Bois d'Hiver

Patchouli 30% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 22%

Accords

Carved Oud Bois d'Hiver

100%

Woody

100%

58%

Warm Spicy

73%

55%

Powdery

66%

56%

Oud

54%

Aromatic

46%

52%

Earthy

50%

49%

Patchouli

52%

45%

Musky

51%

Woody shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

58%

73%

Powdery shared

55%

66%

Oud

56%

Aromatic shared

54%

46%

Earthy shared

52%

50%

Patchouli shared

49%

52%

Musky shared

45%

51%

Performance

Carved Oud Bois d'Hiver

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Carved Oud

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate projection and smooth, refined woody character make it exceptional for the office, dates, and semi-formal wear, as noted by many reviewers. While not a casual 'jeans and t-shirt' scent, its versatility allows for dressier casual settings, but it's completely unsuitable for sport.

Bois d'Hiver

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its refined and non-overpowering nature, coupled with many describing it as an 'easier wear' and 'perfect for work', makes it suitable for office and casual settings. The common complaint about its limited longevity and projection means it leans away from formal events, where a longer-lasting impression is usually desired, though it's still a good choice for a more intimate date.