Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2013 EDP

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Oud Velvet Mood

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Velvet Mood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Oud Velvet Mood opens with Saffron, settles into a heart of Cinnamon and Copaiba Balm, and dries down to a base of Oud. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Oud Velvet Mood carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent, described as anything from 'truly amazing' to 'terrible' and 'a total scrubber'. If you're after a loud, dry, medicinal oud with a spicy, rubbery kick, this might be your jam - but sample first, because it's definitely not a crowd-pleaser.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Oud Velvet Mood Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron100%
Heartas listed
Cinnamon50%
Copaiba Balm50%
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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and beast-mode projection make it unsuitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm. This is a show-stopping scent best reserved for formal events or evening dates where its luxurious, confident aura can shine without being overbearing.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine stepping into a dimly lit, high-end spice shop, then finding yourself in a leather-bound study, where the air is thick with the scent of aged wood and an unconventional metallic hum. This heavy oud is deepened by a generous dose of warm cinnamon and the delicate, leathery touch of saffron, all softened by a rich, balsamic resin. It's dry, spicy, and unapologetically bold, with a distinct rubbery edge many find intriguing.

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