Monotheme Venezia 2013 Edp

U £

Black Oud

Monotheme Venezia Black Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Black Oud opens with Pimiento and Citrus, and settles into a heart of Labdanum, Geranium, Clove, and Heliotrope. Monotheme Venezia's Black Oud carries a Statement verdict, a amber-led wear.

This budget-friendly oud is surprisingly good for the price, offering a soft, wearable take on a challenging note. While some find it cheap and fleeting, many praise its warm, woody drydown and excellent value, making it a divisive but often-loved 'cheapie' gem.
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Woody
  • Masculine
Black Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 21%
Floral 12%
Fruity 5%
Green 18%
Sweet 18%
Warm 25%
Woody 3%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and warm, comforting accords make it suitable for casual wear and dates, particularly in colder weather. While not overtly formal, its sophisticated undertones allow it into semi-formal settings. Limited longevity and sillage score it lower for office and sport.

Similar

Compare

Where to buy

Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on
also worth checking
Check price on

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

About

Black Oud opens with a fleeting spark of pimiento and citrus, quickly ushering in a heart of rich, balsamic labdanum, spicy clove, and a touch of powdery heliotrope. The woody backbone of oud is present throughout, softened and warmed by a dominant amber accord, making for a smooth, slightly sweet, and earthy drydown. It's an oud for Western sensibilities, eschewing harshness for accessibility.