Lattafa 2018 EDP

M £ Acquired

Blue Oud

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Lattafa Blue Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Blue Oud settles into a heart of Musk, Fruity Notes, Jasmine, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, and Ambergris. Lattafa's Blue Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Lattafa Blue Oud is a divisive and unconventional beast. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, blending fruity freshness with intense oud that some find unique and alluring, while others are put off by its powerful, synthetic edge.
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$17.68 at Amazon US 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check prices ↓
Blue Oud Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Aventus Cologne by Creed
19%
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Aventus Cologne the original Blue Oud inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Fruity Notes26%
Musk21%
Saffron20%
Sage18%
Jasmine16%
Baseas listed
Ambergris35%
Guaiac Wood34%
Sandalwood32%

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:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it unsuitable for office wear, as many reviews mention it can be overwhelming for others. It shines in casual and date settings, particularly in cooler weather, where its unique character can be appreciated without being cloying.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat, Fragrance (Parfum), Water (Aqua), Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Eugenol. Safety Warning: For external use only

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

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

Blue Oud opens with a blast of potent, semi-medicinal oud intertwined with vibrant, tart fruits and a hint of warm spice. As it settles, jasmine and musk offer a soft, powdery counterpoint before deepening into a woody, ambergris-driven base of sandalwood and guaiac wood, leaving a long-lasting, complex trail with a slightly salty, oceanic undertone.

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