Aaron Terence Hughes 2019 Extrait

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Oud

by Aaron Terence Hughes

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Aaron Terence Hughes Oud is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Aaron Terence Hughes. Oud opens with Leather, settles into a heart of Amber and Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Animalic, Oud, and Patchouli. Aaron Terence Hughes's Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a polarising, unapologetic oud. You'll either love its dark, animalic depth and leathery patchouli swagger or find it a challenging, 'old' smell. Not for the faint of heart, but a unique, high-quality offering for oud fanatics.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Sensual
  • Warm
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Oud Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Leather100%
Heartas listed
Rose52%
Amber48%
Baseas listed
Oud31%
Patchouli29%
Musk23%
Animalic17%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With eternal longevity and strong sillage, this fragrance is too dominant for most office environments, though some reviews suggest it can be worn casually on colder days. Its dark, sensual character and 'faceless animal' vibe make it ideal for evening dates and formal events, particularly in winter.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a bold, almost rebellious leather that quickly deepens into a complex heart. Here, a jammy, dark rose mingles with rich amber, creating a sweet yet intense core. The dry-down reveals a potent blend of animalic oud and earthy patchouli, grounded by a lingering musk, giving it an ancient, tribal feel. This isn't a shy scent; it's a deep, leathery oud experience.

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