Acqua di Parma 2012 Edt

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Colonia Oud

Name: Colonia Oud Eau de Toilette
Brand: Acqua di Parma

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by François Demachy. Colonia Oud opens with Bergamot and Orange, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, and Cedar. Acqua di Parma's Colonia Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive oud, this one. Some reckon it's a masterpiece of fresh, approachable oud-leather with beastly performance, while others find it unremarkable, lacking oud, or just a bit too much. Definitely not a safe blind buy.

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Bold
Classic
Confident
Luxurious
Sophisticated

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Profile

Citrus 41%

Floral 5%

Fruity 7%

Green 3%

Sweet 10%

Warm 4%

Woody 21%

Earthy 12%

Animalic 19%

Fresh 20%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Accords

Woody

100%

Citrus

92%

Oud

83%

Leather

78%

Aromatic

75%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 54% Orange 46%

Base Notes

Leather 31% Cedar 18% Sandalwood 18% Musk 17% Patchouli 16%

Performance

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:

Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its potent performance and sophisticated oud-leather profile make it ideal for formal occasions and dates. While some find it office-friendly due to its 'clean' oud, its intensity means you'd want to go easy on the sprays in a professional setting. Not at all suited for sport due to its rich, heavy nature.

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About

Colonia Oud opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and orange, quickly transitioning to a warm, woody core. The oud is present but refined, not skanky, beautifully integrated with smooth leather, cedar, and sandalwood. It dries down to an elegant, musky warmth, retaining a unique freshness throughout.