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Eau de parfum
Mauboussin Oud
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Mauboussin Oud is a women's eau de parfum from 2023, created for those who love expressive oriental compositions with a deep, rich character.
The fragrance belongs to the Je Le Veux collection and continues the jewelry-inspired aesthetic of Mauboussin, the French house whose history began in 1827 with the creation of fine jewelry.
In Mauboussin Oud, the theme of precious luxury is expressed not through light, airy florals, but through dark woody, leathery and ambery nuances.
This is a fragrance with a distinct personality: composed and confident, it leaves behind the impression of an expensive oriental accord.
Scent Profile and Mood
The composition is built around oud, which creates a dense woody foundation and lends the fragrance a noble, resinous depth.
A leather accord intensifies its character, adding a dry texture and a touch of sensual austerity, while ambery and balsamic nuances make the development warmer and rounder.
At the opening, Mauboussin Oud smells spicy, thanks to black pepper.
The composition then becomes softer and richer: amber and labdanum create a warm heart that gradually transitions into a lasting base of leather and oud.
This evolution makes the fragrance especially expressive in cool weather, when its rich nuances unfold most harmoniously.
Wearability and Sillage
It is positioned as a women's fragrance, but its spicy-woody profile may appeal to anyone who appreciates oriental compositions without excessive sweetness.
Its very strong sillage makes Mauboussin Oud a noticeable and distinctive choice for evenings, special occasions, formal events or atmospheric gatherings during the colder months.
The fragrance is an eau de parfum with a rich presence, so it is best applied with restraint.
No precise recommendations for applying it to skin or clothing have been provided for this release; when trying it, it is sensible to begin with a minimal number of sprays and observe how the oud, leather and amber develop on your skin.
Similar Fragrances for Comparison
If you are interested in the dark, spicy and woody-oriental style of Mauboussin Oud, you may wish to compare it with Amouage Interlude Man, Montale Oudrising and The Spirit of Dubai Oud.
They also explore the theme of oud and rich oriental accords, but differ in the balance of spices, woody nuances and overall density.
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