The House of Oud 2016 EDP

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Blessing Silence

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The House of Oud Blessing Silence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Blessing Silence opens with Labdanum, settles into a heart of Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Oud, and Rose. The House of Oud's Blessing Silence carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive oud-rose blend, often compared to Dior's masterpieces but without quite hitting the same heights for some. Others find it beautifully smooth and wearable, a refined take on a classic. Expect strong performance but perhaps not groundbreaking originality.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
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Blessing Silence Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Labdanum100%
Heartas listed
Patchouli100%
Baseas listed
Oud38%
Rose34%
Sandalwood28%

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 powerful sillage and long-lasting nature make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for evenings and special occasions where its luxurious aura can shine. The rich woody, oud, and rose accords lend themselves well to formal and date settings, conveying elegance and mystery.

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

Other declarable allergens

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

Blessing Silence opens with a dark, resinous labdanum, almost leathery and petrol-like, swiftly ushering in a rich, smooth oud. This isn't a skanky, challenging oud, but a refined, slightly animalic wood that partners beautifully with a deep, dusty patchouli. A subtle yet rich rose emerges, adding a hint of floral sweetness and sophistication, preventing the composition from becoming too heavy. The drydown settles into creamy sandalwood, maintaining the woody depth with a warm, slightly spicy amber embrace.

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