French Avenue 2023 EDP

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Happiness Oud

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French Avenue Happiness Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Happiness Oud opens with Bergamot and Ginger, settles into a heart of Cedar, Oud, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Musk, Green Notes, and Vanilla. French Avenue's Happiness Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive dupe that avoids the original's problematic 'amberwoody' drydown, delivering a unique, if perplexing, spicy-green-oud blend. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that offers good value for those intrigued by its distinct character.
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Happiness Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
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Oud for Happiness by Initio Parfums Privés
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Scent Profile

Composition

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Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ginger61%
Bergamot39%
Heartas listed
Licorice49%
Cedar27%
Oud24%
Baseas listed
Vanilla37%
Green Notes36%
Musk27%

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
Moderate
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

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate strength and unique profile make it suitable for casual wear or a more adventurous date night. The prominent oud and spicy accords, coupled with strong projection, might be too much for formal settings or a typical office environment.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Happiness Oud opens with a vibrant, sparkling kick of ginger and bergamot, bright and invigorating. This soon makes way for an unexpected heart where a deep, earthy oud intertwines with the unusual, bittersweet nuance of licorice and the clean, woody scent of cedar. The drydown settles into a soft, green musk, tempered by a creamy vanilla, creating an intriguing contrast to its initial spice.

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