Louis Cardin 2019 EDP

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Illusion Oud

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Louis Cardin Illusion Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Illusion Oud opens with Labdanum, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Rose, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Sandalwood. Louis Cardin's Illusion Oud carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This isn't just another oud; it's a statement. Bold, woody, and unapologetically rich, Illusion Oud demands attention. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, it's a deeply satisfying and sophisticated wear.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Illusion Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Labdanum100%
Heartas listed
Patchouli33%
Rose33%
Saffron33%
Baseas listed
Cedar50%
Sandalwood50%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its intensity and rich, dark character make it unsuitable for daily office wear or casual outings. However, its sophisticated and luxurious profile shines brightest in formal settings or on a romantic evening date.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Illusion Oud opens with a deep, resinous labdanum that sets a serious tone from the start. Soon, a jammy rose emerges, softened by the delicate spice of saffron, all woven through a dark, earthy patchouli. As it settles, it reveals a creamy sandalwood and sturdy cedar base, grounding the fragrance in a luxurious, woody warmth that hints at something ancient and powerful. It's a plush, oriental woody embrace.

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