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Eau de parfum
Epicò Don't Call Me Oud
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Epicò Don't Call Me Oud — an Oriental Woody Composition
Epicò Don't Call Me Oud is a 2024 eau de parfum from Epicò, an Italian niche house that turns fragrances into expressive olfactory narratives.
The release is designed as a unisex perfume with a rich, multilayered character and belongs to the Oriental and woody fragrance families.
The composition's name is intriguing: the fragrance seems to play with expectations, offering an unexpected take on oud.
Here, oud does not exist in isolation but intertwines with fruity freshness, floral nuances, spicy saffron and a soft gourmand base.
How the Fragrance Unfolds
The introduction is bright and juicy: apple and bergamot create a luminous fruity-citrus accord, while rhubarb adds a green tartness.
Saffron establishes the Oriental direction from the very beginning and gradually intensifies the impression of a spicy, slightly dry depth.
At the heart of Don't Call Me Oud, the composition becomes more dimensional.
Jasmine and rose soften the woody-spicy profile, violet adds a powdery nuance, while oud creates a distinctive dark outline that makes the fragrance more characterful and expressive.
Character and Sillage
The base unfolds warmly and intensely: caramel, vanilla and tonka bean give the fragrance a sweet, creamy roundness, while noble woods and oud keep the composition within a woody register.
The contrast between the fresh opening and the rich finish makes the perfume noticeable and memorable.
Its sillage is described as very strong, so this fragrance is intended for those who enjoy making an impression and are not afraid of expressive compositions.
It is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, meetings and events where a rich scent becomes part of the overall look.
For the office or a small enclosed space, it is best to start with a minimal number of sprays and see how the perfume behaves on the skin.
Who Will Enjoy Don't Call Me Oud
This is a genderless unisex fragrance: it can be chosen by both women and men who are drawn to Oriental woody compositions with a fruity-floral opening.
It will appeal to fans of oud, saffron, warm sweet accords and noticeable sillage, as well as those looking for a perfume with a striking development and confident character.
Its Place in the Epicò Style
Don't Call Me Oud reflects Epicò's poetic approach to niche perfumery: familiar materials are combined into a story of contrasts, where juiciness and freshness give way to floral depth before transitioning into a warm woody-gourmand base.
The absence of information about the perfumer and other concentrations makes it impossible to draw an exact comparison within the line, yet the composition itself comes across as an independent, expressive release.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of rich Oriental woody fragrances, consider Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad.
The Spirit of Dubai Turath and The Spirit of Dubai Abraj are also worth considering in a similar direction, especially if you enjoy a dense sillage, oud nuances and a rich, multilayered scent profile.
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