Alexandre.J 2012 Edp

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Golden Oud

Alexandre.J Golden Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. The fragrance opens with Solar Note, and settles into a heart of Violet, Vetiver, Woody, and Sandalwood.

Our verdict on Golden Oud: Acquired

This one's a proper divisive little number, isn't it? For some, it's a 'golden' ray of sunshine; for others, a headache in a bottle with a dodgy, chemical opening. It attempts an approachable oud, but whether it pulls it off is down to your nose alone.
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  • Cozy
  • Subtle
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
  • Mysterious
Golden Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5%
Floral 10%
Fruity 0%
Green 3%
Sweet 11%
Warm 10%
Woody 30%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 34%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Earthy
64%
Oud
60%
Powdery
54%
Mossy
54%

Notes

Top Notes

Solar Note 100%

Heart Notes

Woody 24% Vetiver 21% Sandalwood 20% Patchouli 20% Violet 15%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and skin-scent drydown make it suitable for office and casual wear, as it won't overwhelm. However, the unique, earthy oud accords might be a bit too niche for formal events and are definitely out of place for sport.

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About

Golden Oud kicks off with a peculiar 'solar' note that splits opinion, giving way to a heart rich in earthy vetiver, creamy sandalwood, and a subtle floral hint of violet. The base settles into a soft, musky oud with touches of rustic oakmoss, evolving into an intimate, warm skin scent that's more about comforting woodiness than an in-your-face Arabian oud.

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