Armaf EDP

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Oud

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Armaf Oud is an Eau de Parfum. Oud opens with Caraway, Spicy Notes, Bergamot, and Sage, settles into a heart of Cedar, Iris, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Armaf's Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably amber-heavy, Armaf Oud struggles with an identity crisis - is it an oud-less wonder or a budget-friendly niche dupe? Love it or hate it, its strong sillage and complex dry down guarantee it won't be ignored.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
$29.95 at FragranceShop.com 3.0 fl oz (90 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
M7 by Yves Saint Laurent
4%
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M7 the original Oud inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Spicy Notes35%
Caraway23%
Sage22%
Bergamot20%
Heartas listed
Pepper37%
Cedar33%
Iris30%
Baseas listed
Amber31%
Vanilla25%
Leather22%
Patchouli21%

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:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent performance and strong amber-spice profile make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events. The warm, comforting dry down is well-suited for more casual, intimate settings in cooler weather.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), WATER (AQUA),BENZYL BENZOATE,LIMONENE, LINALOOL ,COUMARIN, BENZYL ALCOHOL ,BENZYL CINNAMATE, CITRONELLOL, EUGENOL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, AMYL CINNAMAL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opening with a jolt of caraway and piquant spice, Armaf Oud navigates a surprising path. Iris and pepper introduce a powdery, slightly green heart that mellows into a decadent base. Here, plush amber and creamy vanilla intertwine with rich leather and earthy patchouli, creating a warm, resinous depth. Despite its name, don't expect a traditional oud; this is an amber powerhouse with a sophisticated edge.

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Where to buy

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