Oud Wood Eau de Parfum vs Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oud Wood EDP

A modern icon that balances exotic oud with creamy woods and warm spice, Oud Wood is both inviting and quietly commanding. Its luxurious blend exudes sophistication without brashness, perfect for those who want depth without heaviness.

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Our Verdict - Carved Oud EDP

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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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Oud Wood EDP

Carved Oud EDP

Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Amber 22% Rosewood 22% Patchouli 19% Vanilla 19% Tonka Bean 19%

Base Notes

Musk 22% Sandalwood 21% Vanilla 20% Vetiver 18% Amber 18%

Shared Notes

Cardamom 53% vs 29%

Pink Pepper 46% vs 23%

Only in Carved Oud

Cypress 24% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 24%

Only in Oud Wood

Oud 60% Vetiver 40%

Shared Notes

Amber 21% vs 18%

Vanilla 18% vs 19%

Only in Oud Wood

Rosewood 22% Patchouli 19% Tonka Bean 19%

Only in Carved Oud

Musk 22% Sandalwood 21% Vetiver 18%

Accords

Oud Wood Carved Oud

100%

Woody

100%

85%

Warm Spicy

58%

70%

Aromatic

54%

Oud

56%

40%

Powdery

55%

Earthy

52%

50%

Amber

Patchouli

49%

Musky

45%

Woody shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

85%

58%

Aromatic shared

70%

54%

Oud

56%

Powdery shared

40%

55%

Earthy

52%

Amber

50%

Patchouli

49%

Musky

45%

Performance

Oud Wood Carved Oud

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud Wood

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Oud Wood's warmth, spiciness, and woody-resinous richness shine in cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its smooth, less animalic oud and subtle spice render it wearable in spring, but the depth can overwhelm in high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its refined, luxurious woody-spicy blend is perfect for formal and evening occasions, but its smooth character and moderate sillage make it versatile enough for upscale date nights and even understated office wear. Not suitable for sports due to depth and richness.

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.