Marks & Spencer 2023 Edt

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Discover Soft Oud

Marks & Spencer Discover Soft Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2023. The fragrance opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose and Floral, and dries down to a base of Oud, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Musk.

Our verdict on Discover Soft Oud: Statement

A plush, inviting oud for everyday wear: gentle, with creamy rose and sweet amber, perfect for those who want warmth and sophistication without the punch of a heavy oud. Surprisingly refined at this price.
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  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 30%
Floral 35%
Fruity 4%
Green 5%
Sweet 21%
Warm 7%
Woody 10%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
85%
Amber
70%
Oud
65%
Sweet
60%
Floral
60%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 100%

Heart Notes

Rose 74% Floral 26%

Base Notes

Oud 21% Amber 19% Vanilla 18% Tonka Bean 15% Musk 14% Sandalwood 14%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Soft Oud thrives in cooler weather, where its warm, sweet and slightly resinous oud-amber-vanilla base can envelop without overwhelming. It is most comforting in autumn and winter, but the floral and musk balance allow it to work in spring evenings as well.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its gentle presence and restrained oud make it safe for most casual and office settings, especially in small doses. The plush, sweet warmth offers an inviting character for dates and cozy occasions, but it is too soft and sweet for sporty settings.

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Where to buy

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About

Soft Oud Eau de Toilette is a quietly enveloping fragrance that pairs plush rose petals with a smooth, creamy oud. The opening is gently floral, quickly settling into a heart of sweet amber and tonka bean, while vanilla and sandalwood add a velvety softness. Oud here is mellow, never harsh or smoky, and the whole composition is underpinned by a clean white musk. The result is a warm, sensual, and understated scent that wears close to the skin, evoking cozy evenings and soft cashmere. Ideal for those seeking an accessible, approachable oud with a tender floral touch.

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