The House of Oud 2016 EDP

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Cypress Shade

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The House of Oud Cypress Shade is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Cypress Shade opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Petitgrain, Mimosa, Coriander, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Vetiver. The House of Oud's Cypress Shade carries an Acquired verdict, an aromatic-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Cypress Shade promises a green, woody escape, but often delivers an unexpected ripe banana-like sweetness from the mimosa. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans calling it unique and fresh, while detractors find it strange or just a bit too fruity for their taste.
  • Unique
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Cypress Shade Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Citrus
74%
Green
73%
Woody
70%
Soft Spicy
60%
Powdery
59%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its subtle sillage and clean, fresh profile make it excellent for office, casual, and even sport wear without being intrusive. However, the unique and sometimes divisive mimosa note, combined with its generally subdued projection, makes it less suited for formal events or a stand-out date night.

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Cypress Shade opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of lemon, mandarin, and bergamot, underscored by the intriguing, almost liquorice-like twist of star anise. As it settles, a fresh, herbaceous mint and petitgrain emerge, entwined with powdery, slightly creamy mimosa, which many find to have a unique, almost banana-like facet. The dry-down grounds the scent with a clean, earthy vetiver and dry cedar, leaving a woody, green trail.

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