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Eau de parfum
Stephanie de Bruijn - Parfum Sur Mesure Mecca Oud
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Mecca Oud — Oriental Depth and Character
Mecca Oud by Stephanie de Bruijn - Parfum Sur Mesure is a 2023 unisex eau de parfum for those who love expressive oriental compositions with spicy, woody and leathery facets.
The fragrance was created by Stephanie de Bruijn, founder and perfumer of the fragrance house Stephanie de Bruijn - Parfum Sur Mesure, which was established in France in 2008.
The brand name translates as “bespoke perfume” and reflects its personalized approach to creating compositions.
In Mecca Oud, this idea is revealed particularly convincingly: the fragrance is built around noble oud softened by floral nuances and a warm balsamic base.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes of Mecca Oud open with vibrant raspberry and saffron. The raspberry’s fruity sweetness adds juiciness to the opening, while saffron immediately gives it a dry, spicy accent with a subtle leathery shadow.
The heart of the composition features cedar, rose and violet.
The austere woodiness of cedar blends with the soft floral character of rose and the cool powderiness of violet, allowing the fragrance to retain its volume without turning into a one-dimensional oud accord.
The base is built around oud, leather, incense and patchouli facets.
As it develops, Mecca Oud becomes deeper, more resinous and enveloping, leaving a dense, distinctive trail on the skin.
Character, Sillage and Wearability
Mecca Oud is positioned as a unisex fragrance and sounds equally natural on women and men.
Its character is rich, composed and slightly mysterious: it is a choice for those who prefer noticeable compositions with an oriental mood rather than light background scents.
The eau de parfum has very powerful sillage, so the composition should be given time to unfold.
For a first introduction, a small number of sprays on the skin is enough; the fragrance should be applied to clothing especially sparingly so that its dense base does not become overpowering.
Mecca Oud is best suited to cooler seasons, evening outings and special occasions when you want to emphasize your individuality.
It can also be worn in warm weather, but the dosage should be reduced, especially indoors.
The Perfumer’s Style and Its Place in the Line
Stephanie de Bruijn builds the composition through contrasts: juicy raspberry meets dry saffron, floral notes meet cedar, and soft rose meets dark oud, leather and incense.
This combination makes the fragrance both luxurious and dramatic while preserving a modern, graphic quality.
Mecca Oud will appeal to fans of rich oriental and woody fragrances.
For further exploration, consider The Spirit of Dubai Turath — a release with a similar appreciation for expressive, opulent and noticeable compositions.
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