Ajmal 2026 EDT

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Strings of Oud

by Philippine Courtière

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Ajmal Strings of Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by Philippine Courtière. Strings of Oud opens with Pepper, Cardamom, and Wormwood, settles into a heart of Cypress, Geranium, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vanilla, and Tobacco. Ajmal's Strings of Oud carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Don't let the name confuse you, there's no actual oud here, and it's a bit of a divisive point. Despite that, this is a long-lasting, vanilla-forward woody scent for those who enjoy a warm, sweet oriental vibe without the overt oud funk.
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  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
  • Confident
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Strings of Oud Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong longevity and sweet, warm profile mentioned in reviews, this is best suited for evening or cooler weather occasions. It's too prominent for an office, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a lasting impression.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Strings of Oud by Ajmal opens with a sharp, fresh spicy kick of pepper and cardamom, quickly softened by the herbal bitterness of wormwood. This initial intriguing blend soon settles into a heart of aromatic cypress and clean geranium, underscored by smoky incense. The drydown is where the magic (and vanilla) truly happens: a rich, sweet blend of cedar, creamy vanilla, and a hint of dark tobacco leaf, creating a warm and resinous finish that lingers beautifully.

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