Black Oudh Eau de Parfum vs Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Black Oudh

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2018	Year	2017
£	Price Tier	££

Riven Oak

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Oudh Eau de Parfum

This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. If you're into an aggressive, smoky dry-down that lingers for ages, then maybe you'll appreciate this. Otherwise, avoid it like the plague - unless you want to smell like cheap lipstick.

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Our Verdict - Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Tom Daxon's Riven Oak is an absolute masterclass, a true shape-shifter that'll keep you sniffing your wrist all day. Forget the niche snobs, this is a seriously sophisticated, underrated gem that's begging to be your new signature scent - if you can handle its complex journey, that is.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	7%
Floral	2%	2%
Fruity	0%	3%
Green	6%	10%
Sweet	9%	12%
Warm	23%	14%
Woody	34%	39%
Earthy	13%	16%
Animalic	9%	10%
Fresh	14%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 18% vs 27%

Only in Black Oudh Eau de Parfum

Cedar 36% Rosemary 24% Lemon 22%

Only in Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Pimiento 37% Rum 36%

Only in Black Oudh Eau de Parfum

Cedar 36% Spicy 35% Guaiac Wood 29%

Only in Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Oak 41% Iso E Super 34% Amber 25%

Shared Notes

Musk 27% vs 24%

Only in Black Oudh Eau de Parfum

Resin 40% Amber 32%

Only in Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 40% Cedar 35%

Accords

Black Oudh Eau de Parfum Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

81%

Amber

50%

52%

Warm Spicy

44%

50%

Aromatic

49%

50%

Powdery

45%

Musky

46%

Earthy

45%

Woody shared

100%

Amber shared

81%

50%

Warm Spicy shared

52%

44%

Aromatic shared

50%

49%

Powdery

50%

Musky shared

45%

46%

Earthy

45%

Performance

Black Oudh Eau de Parfum Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Oudh Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its overpowering and long-lasting nature makes it completely unsuitable for the office or casual day wear. It leans more towards formal or date settings where a bold, challenging fragrance might be appreciated, but even then, it's a risky choice due to its divisive character.

Riven Oak Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Given its strong performance and rich, woody-amber profile, Riven Oak is ideal for cooler weather and more intimate or dressed-up occasions. While versatile enough for smart casual, its presence might be a bit much for a very formal office environment or active sports.