WIDIAN 2025 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Samar

by Philippine Courtière

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WIDIAN Samar is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Philippine Courtière. Samar opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Clove, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Osmanthus, Gardenia, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Oud, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Labdanum. WIDIAN's Samar carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, not for the faint of heart. Expect a divisive oud opening - some find it skanky, others intense and unique. Give it time, and you'll be rewarded with a complex, warm dry down that's truly captivating.
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  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Cozy
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Samar 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, Samar is best reserved for evening events where it can truly shine and make an impression without overwhelming. The warm-spicy oud and white floral combination leans towards date nights and formal gatherings, making it less suitable for casual daytime wear or professional settings.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Samar kicks off with a bold, almost challenging oud, immediately spiced with clove and pink pepper and a surprising twist of juicy raspberry. As it settles, a floral heart of jasmine and osmanthus emerges, softened by warm cinnamon. The dry down is a rich affair of creamy vanilla, earthy patchouli, and lingering oud, smoothed by labdanum for a sophisticated finish.

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