Black Aoud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose Oud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Seriously divisive, this one. It's an imposing Middle Eastern rose and oud combo on steroids, a beast mode fragrance that isn't for background players. You'll either love its gothic, opulent vibe or find it overwhelmingly synthetic and 'old lady'.
A truly divisive rose-oud for the masses, Yves Rocher's Rose Oud delivers a surprisingly dark and sophisticated take on a classic combo. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair thanks to its intriguing, slightly 'dirty' edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 5% |
| Floral | 85% | 85% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 25% | 25% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 5% | 5% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and room-filling sillage, Black Aoud is definitely not an office-safe scent, but it excels in formal evening settings or on a date where you want to make a lasting, sophisticated impression. Its intensity is too much for casual wear and entirely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and intimate nature mean it's suitable for close encounters, making it good for dates or more formal evenings without being overpowering. While some find it office-appropriate due to its understated projection, its darker character might be too bold for everyday wear. The 'dirty' or 'skanky' aspects mentioned by some reviewers further limit its casual and sport appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Oud, Amber accords and Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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