Ard Al Zaafaran 2021 EDP

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Midnight Oud

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Ard Al Zaafaran Midnight Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Midnight Oud opens with Oregano, Allspice, and Bergamot, and settles into a heart of Amber, Labdanum, Frankincense, and Opoponax. Ard Al Zaafaran's Midnight Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a beast of a fragrance, a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent that punches way above its price point. It's smoky, spicy, and utterly unapproachable for some - a bold statement for those who dare.
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  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
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Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Interlude Man by Amouage
88%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Oregano44%
Allspice32%
Bergamot24%
Heartas listed
Frankincense32%
Opoponax26%
Amber24%
Labdanum18%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

With its nuclear projection and immense longevity, this is not an office-friendly scent; it's far too intrusive. It suits cold evenings and formal events where leaving a strong impression is desired, though some find it too challenging for even a date.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Midnight Oud opens with a sharp, almost jarring blend of pimento, oregano, and bergamot, quickly evolving into a rich tapestry of smoke and balsamic resins. Labdanum, opoponax, and frankincense create a dark, woody heart, eventually settling into a deep, persistent amber-oud base. Expect a powerful, smoky incense trail that lingers endlessly.

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