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Eau de parfum
Oullu Bird Song
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Oullu Bird Song — a fragrance with a bold character
Oullu Bird Song is a unisex fragrance by Oullu, released in 2020.
This eau de parfum has an expressive oriental-floral character, in which fruity freshness gradually gives way to spicy, balsamic and woody nuances.
The composition is ideal for those who enjoy noticeable fragrances with a strong sillage and unconventional note combinations.
The Oullu brand originates from Indonesia and creates unisex eau de parfums.
Bird Song naturally reflects this approach: it does not try to be exclusively masculine or feminine, but unfolds differently depending on skin temperature, the season and individual perception.
The name of the composition evokes a light, natural mood, yet its character turns out to be much richer and deeper than one might expect from such an airy image.
The pyramid and development
Oullu Bird Song opens with juicy pineapple, cool water lily and full-bodied hydrangea.
This combination creates a striking first impression: the fruity accent sounds vivid, while watery and floral nuances add transparency to the composition.
In the first few minutes, the fragrance seems fresh and slightly cool, but its spicier side soon begins to emerge.
An unusual duo of anise and kumquat forms the heart.
Anise adds a light licorice-like spiciness and a characteristic sweetish dryness, while kumquat sustains the citrus sparkle and keeps the scent from becoming too dense.
Thanks to this transition, the fragrance gains individuality and stands out noticeably from simple fruity-floral compositions.
The base unfolds with myrrh and amberwood, creating a warm, resinous and woody finish. The final phase sounds deeper and richer than the opening, leaving a distinctive trail on the skin.
The full Oullu Bird Song pyramid combines fruity, floral, citrus, spicy, balsamic and woody accents.
Sillage, seasonality and application
Bird Song is described as having very strong sillage, so the fragrance is especially well suited to those who like their perfume to be noticeable in the surrounding space.
A moderate number of sprays is enough for the composition to unfold expansively and continue to linger around the wearer.
For the office or a small room, it is better to start with a minimal amount, while for a walk, an evening out or an event, you can allow the fragrance to show itself more boldly.
The composition may sound most impressive in cool spring and autumn weather, when its fruity-floral opening is balanced by a warm base.
In the colder months, myrrh and amberwood become especially prominent, while in summer the fragrance should be applied cautiously, as its high longevity and very strong sillage may feel more intense.
There is no information about the recommended amount for application to skin and clothing, so it is best to determine the optimal quantity by testing it first.
Who will enjoy Oullu Bird Song
This perfume will appeal to women and men who are interested in vivid oriental compositions with a fruity opening and an unusual spicy heart.
It may appeal to fans of fragrances in which freshness does not disappear completely, but gradually becomes woven into a warm woody-balsamic accord.
Bird Song is suitable for occasions when you want to emphasize your individuality and choose a fragrance with a noticeable character.
The perfumer who created Oullu Bird Song is not identified in the available information. There is also no information about the fragrance belonging to a separate collection or about other concentrations of this release.
For a fragrance with a similar overall fruity-floral mood, you may wish to consider Cacharel Eden, although Bird Song stands out with its more pronounced myrrh-woody base and very strong sillage.
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