Al Wataniah EDP

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Special Oud

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Al Wataniah Special Oud is an Eau de Parfum. Special Oud opens with Red Fruits, Leather, Saffron, and Peach, and settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Woody Notes, Pink Pepper, and Ginger. Al Wataniah's Special Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This oud-and-peach powerhouse is far from subtle, but if you're after a bold, sophisticated scent that will get you noticed, Special Oud delivers. Prepare for beastmode performance and a love-it-or-hate-it reaction; it's definitely not a safe blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
$34.15 at Amazon US 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check prices ↓
Special Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Noir Extreme by Tom Ford
16%
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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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it less suitable for office wear, where subtlety is often preferred. However, the luxurious woody-oud and fruity-leather profile makes it a superb choice for evening dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overpowering in the right context.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Special Oud opens with a vibrant burst of syrupy peach and red berries, quickly balanced by a rich, smooth caramel and a leathery saffron. As it develops, a robust blend of woody notes, spicy ginger, and earthy cypriol emerges, creating a mysterious depth. The journey finishes with an ever-present, non-skanky oud, grounding the opulent fruity and leathery facets in sophisticated warmth.

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