The House of Oud 2016 Edp

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Dates Delight

The House of Oud Dates Delight is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. The fragrance opens with Peony and Date, settles into a heart of Caramel, Coumarin, Cinnamon, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Honey, Sugar Cane, and Benzoin.

Our verdict on Dates Delight: Acquired

Dates Delight is a deeply polarising one, splitting the crowd between those who adore its grown-up gourmand richness and those who find it too harsh, cloying, or even 'old-fashioned'. If you're after a sweet, spiced, grown-up experience, it's worth a sniff, but definitely not a blind buy.
  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
Dates Delight Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 11%
Fruity 4%
Green 4%
Sweet 57%
Warm 27%
Woody 3%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With significant projection and longevity, this rich, sweet gourmand can be overpowering for an office environment. It shines on a date night or during formal events, offering a seductive and luxurious aura. It's too heavy for sport and some might find it a bit much for casual wear, though some reviews suggest it works well in cooler casual settings.

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About

Imagine candied dates and fresh peony mingling with a thick, syrupy pour of caramel, honey, and vanilla. A generous dusting of warm cinnamon, coumarin, and tonka bean adds depth, while the dry down settles into a luxurious, balsamic sweetness of labdanum, sugar cane, and benzoin. It's a rich, opulent gourmand experience.