Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur 2013 EDP

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Rose Oud

by Patricia de Nicolaï

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Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur Rose Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Patricia de Nicolaï. Rose Oud opens with Osmanthus, Raspberry, and Artemisia, and settles into a heart of Rose and Lily of the Valley. Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur's Rose Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This isn't your average rose oud, and it clearly divides the room. Some find it a sophisticated, animalic take on a classic, while others think it's their grandma's musty wardrobe. Don't expect a straightforward rose-oud, this one's got layers.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Rose Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The strong, complex, and sometimes 'skanky' nature of Rose Oud makes it unsuitable for professional offices. Its warm, sensuous character is well-suited for dates and formal events, though its vintage feel might limit casual wear for some.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Rose Oud opens with a bright, juicy raspberry and osmanthus, quickly giving way to a velvety rose heart, laced with a hint of lily of the valley. The base settles into a complex blend of woody oud, warm amber, and distinct animalic castoreum, with patchouli and vanilla adding depth. It evokes a sense of vintage luxury, balancing fruity sweetness with a 'dirty' undertone.

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