Maison Alhambra EDP

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Purple Wood

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Maison Alhambra Purple Wood is an Eau de Parfum. Purple Wood opens with Orange, settles into a heart of Pink Pepper and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Oud. Maison Alhambra's Purple Wood carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously woody scent, so realistic you'll feel like you've just left a carpenter's workshop. A genuine clone of the much pricier Purple Oud, offering fantastic value. Don't let the community score fool you; it's a hidden gem for oud lovers.
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  • Woody
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
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Purple Wood Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Purple Oud by Dior
62%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange100%
Heartas listed
Pink Pepper50%
Saffron50%
Baseas listed
Oud100%

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:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong, distinctive oud and woody character with above-average longevity, this is better suited for settings where it won't overwhelm. It's too assertive for the office but offers a confident touch for dates or casual evenings, while remaining somewhat versatile for formal events if applied sparingly.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Purple Wood opens with a bright splash of orange, swiftly ushering in a nuanced heart of warm saffron and a gentle kick of pink pepper. The journey quickly deepens into a dominant, bone-dry oud, reminiscent of fresh-cut timber and antique floorboards. This isn't your typical heavy, animalic oud; it’s an authentic, almost metallic sawdust aroma, grounded yet intricate, with a lingering, faint sweetness.

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