Shay & Blue London 2016 Edp

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Amber Oud Ahad

by Julie Massé

Shay & Blue London Amber Oud Ahad is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Julie Massé. Amber Oud Ahad settles into a heart of Neroli, Amber, Iris, and Rose. Shay & Blue London's Amber Oud Ahad carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. Marketed as Amber Oud Ahad, but the 'oud' is a ghost, and some folks are picking up gourmand notes where there shouldn't be any. Still, if you like a warm amber-rose with a neroli kick, it delivers, even if it's not the most adventurous journey.
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Feminine
  • Woody
  • Calm
Amber Oud Ahad Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 48%
Fruity 1%
Green 4%
Sweet 29%
Warm 16%
Woody 7%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Rose
88%
Iris
75%
Powdery
68%
Floral
58%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and warmth make it suitable for casual wear and dates, as it's inviting but not overpowering. It leans a bit too casual for formal events and lacks the freshness for sport, while it could work for the office if applied lightly.

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About

Opens with an intriguing, slightly mature floral bouquet, where rose and iris vie for attention, softened by a touch of bright neroli. The dry-down settles into a comforting amber-rose, warm and inviting. There are hints of a powdery violet facet throughout, grounding the composition, but don't expect any significant development or a strong oud presence.