Bon Parfumeur 2024 Extrait

U ££££ Acquired

903 Oud Ilam

by Serge de Oliveira

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Bon Parfumeur 903 Oud Ilam is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Serge de Oliveira. 903 Oud Ilam opens with Sichuan Pepper, Saffron, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Patchouli and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Oud. Bon Parfumeur's 903 Oud Ilam carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This isn't for the faint of heart, or for those with an aversion to deeply earthy, almost animalic scents. Prepare for a full-on, no-holds-barred experience with patchouli and oud at the forefront; it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
903 Oud Ilam Extrait bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Built on warm spicy, patchouli and woody - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its potent, earthy, and potentially polarising profile, this isn't suitable for office wear where subtlety is key. It's better suited for evenings or specific events where a bold statement is desired, though the strength might overwhelm in very intimate settings.

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About

Opening with a sharp, intriguing kick of Sichuan pepper, saffron, and coriander, this scent immediately signals a bold presence. Soon, iris introduces a touch of powdery mystique, quickly overtaken by an insistent, earthy patchouli that grounds the composition firmly. The base reveals a powerful, almost medicinal oud, balanced by creamy sandalwood and a subtle, enduring musk, creating a deep, resonant finish that lingers with authority.