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Eau de parfum
BellaVita White Oud
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Overall impression
BellaVita White Oud is a unisex eau de parfum released by BellaVita in 2022.
The fragrance belongs to the woody family and was created for those who enjoy expressive compositions with an oriental character, a rich presence and a noticeable aura.
The name White Oud promises an emphasis on oud, but the composition is not limited to a single resinous-woody facet.
It combines citrus freshness, a green bitterness, a berry-floral nuance, warm amber, tobacco accents and a soft musky base.
Character and development
At the opening, White Oud sounds contrasting: juicy orange adds a sparkling quality, while wormwood brings a dry green touch with a subtle bitterness.
This opening makes the fragrance more than just a heavy oriental oud, giving it a more dynamic and multidimensional character.
As it develops, blackcurrant, freesia, patchouli and oud come to the fore.
Berry tartness and an airy floral nuance soften the intensity of the woody notes, while patchouli emphasizes their earthy depth and helps the fragrance maintain a composed, well-structured character.
In the base, the composition becomes warmer and darker. Amber, tobacco, a woody accord and musk create a dense, enveloping trail with a dry, slightly smoky and sensual character.
Longevity and sillage
According to its stated characteristics, BellaVita White Oud has very strong sillage, so the fragrance remains noticeable even when applied moderately.
The eau de parfum develops especially expressively in cool air, where its ambery-woody nuances sound fuller and its tobacco-oud depth becomes more refined.
In an office or a small enclosed space, it is best to exercise caution: start with one spray on the skin and assess the intensity after a few minutes.
Exact application recommendations for skin and clothing are not provided, so application to fabric should first be tested on an inconspicuous area.
Who will enjoy this fragrance
White Oud is positioned as a unisex fragrance and can sound equally intriguing on women and men.
On some skin, the citrus-green and floral nuances will be more pronounced; on others, oud, amber, patchouli and tobacco will take center stage.
This is a choice for evening outings, the cooler season, special occasions and situations when you want to leave a memorable impression.
The fragrance will appeal to fans of rich oriental compositions, but may be too intense for those who prefer light aquatic or sheer floral scents.
Brand style and similar fragrances
BellaVita is a fragrance brand from the UAE whose range includes unisex, men's and women's fragrances in eau de parfum, eau de toilette, cologne and body mist concentrations.
White Oud showcases the brand's oriental direction through an expressive woody base and a combination of traditionally rich ingredients with a fresher citrus opening.
If you would like to compare this release with other oud-oriental compositions, take a look at Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad.
Ambery, woody and musky fragrances with strong sillage are also fitting directions for further exploration.
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