The House of Oud 2023 EDP

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Hidden Shades

by Maurizio Cerizza

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The House of Oud Hidden Shades is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Maurizio Cerizza. Hidden Shades opens with Mirabelle Plum, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Cherry Blossom, Jasmine, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. The House of Oud's Hidden Shades carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some calling it uniquely seductive and others finding it cloying and mismatched. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sniff before you splurge.
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Hidden Shades 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its moderate longevity and sillage, it's a good fit for dates and evenings out where its unique character can shine without overwhelming. It's too distinct and potentially strong for office wear, but could work for casual settings during the day as long as applied lightly.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM \[FRAGRANCE\], AQUA \[WATER\], BENZYL SALICYLATE, LIMONENE, BHT, COUMARIN, LINALOOL, CITRAL, EUGENOL.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Hidden Shades kicks off with a bright, fruity burst of mirabelle plum and bergamot. As it settles, a floral heart of cherry blossom and jasmine emerges, softened by the resinous warmth of labdanum. The dry down is a rich, creamy blend of sandalwood, vanilla, tonka, and musky patchouli, creating a complex and evolving aroma that keeps you guessing.

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