Taraf Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Noor Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly Middle Eastern gem is surprisingly complex, offering a sweet, warm embrace that often defies its price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a subtly oudy, saffron-tinged amber, though some find the opening a bit sharp and the blend inconsistent.
This one's a divisive oud-rose hit. If you're after a sweet, warm, vanilla-forward oud experience with serious staying power, Noor Oud delivers. But don't expect a carbon copy of its pricier cousins - some find its saffron a bit too punchy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 0% |
| Sweet | 32% | 31% |
| Warm | 20% | 26% |
| Woody | 14% | 23% |
| Earthy | 19% | 17% |
| Animalic | 19% | 21% |
| Fresh | 6% | 1% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sweet and resinous profile, combined with generally good projection for the price, makes it better suited for evenings or cooler weather. While some find it light enough for casual wear, its bold character might be a bit much for most office environments.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its significant projection and strong, sweet, oriental profile make it less suited for an office environment. However, these same qualities, especially the rose and vanilla combination, ensure it's a show-stopping choice for dates and formal events. It's a bit much for everyday casual wear, but can certainly elevate an evening out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Amber, Vanilla accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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