Acquired

Zimaya 2023 EDP

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Happy Oud

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Zimaya Happy Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Happy Oud opens with Woody and Leather, settles into a heart of Amber and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Oud and Patchouli. Zimaya's Happy Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, potent, and a total steal for its price point. Ignore the 'Happy' in the name, this oud-leather beast is for those who like to make an entrance. It's not a blind buy unless you live for bold, Middle Eastern-inspired scents.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
Happy Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Oud
100%
Tobacco
96%
Leather
88%
Patchouli
82%
Amber
80%

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:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and winter pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong oud and leather accords, this is too assertive for most office environments, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal event. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear unless you're feeling particularly bold, and definitely not for sport.

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About

Happy Oud opens with a robust punch of leathery-woody goodness, instantly setting a deep, commanding tone. As it settles, a rich tobacco heart emerges, warmed by a subtly sweet amber. The dry down is all about that magnificent, dark oud, supported by earthy patchouli, creating a long-lasting, sophisticated trail that's both animalic and mysteriously alluring.