Acquired

Magic Oud 2020 EDP

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Pure Zaffron

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Magic Oud Pure Zaffron is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Pure Zaffron opens with Sandalwood and Oud, settles into a heart of Incense, and dries down to a base of Amber and Patchouli. Magic Oud's Pure Zaffron carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

If Tom Ford's Oud Wood is your jam but still feels a bit too 'mainstream', Pure Zaffron is your slightly edgier, more mysterious cousin. It's a proper oud-incense bomb, divisive for sure, but for those who get it, it's a solid win.
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
Pure Zaffron Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong woody, oud, and incense accords, this fragrance is best reserved for evening and formal wear. It's too potent for an office setting and doesn't quite fit casual daytime activities. Date nights and formal events are where its mysterious depth truly shines.

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About

Pure Zaffron kicks off with a smoky, resinous blast of oud and sandalwood, setting a gravely serious tone from the start. The heart burns with dry incense, giving it an ancient, almost meditative quality. As it settles, a rich, balsamic amber emerges, wrapping everything in a warm, earthy patchouli embrace, leading to a long, contemplative dry-down.