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In 2012, Reminiscence introduced Oud — a fragrance that's hard to forget. By character, a unisex fragrance drawing from the east and spicy families. The nose behind this fragrance — Fabrice Pellegrin. By character, it falls into the spicy and wood groups. A fragrance from the Classiques collection, in eau de parfum.
The sillage is noticeable — present, but never overpowering. One application and it's not going anywhere — longevity is very high. Brand country — France. Oud Reminiscence unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Oud is shaped as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Reminiscence is clear in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Spicy, Wood, Ambery and Animals. It also reaches into Leather, Floral and Gourmet.
When the structure is mixed the notes arrive together with a warm spicy mood: Ambergris, Cardamom, Castoreum, Leather accord, Oud, Patchouli and Pink pepper.
The deeper layers are perceived as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The accord architecture is driven by these accords: Animalistic, Floral, Wood and Amber without random overlap. Background accords such as Leather and Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which clarifies the composition character. In wear duration Very high suggests confident staying power.
In summary Oud reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Reminiscence |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.reminiscence.fr |
| Year of production | 2012 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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