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Eau de parfum
Scents of Arabia Oriental Oud
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Fragrance Character
Scents of Arabia Oriental Oud is an eau de parfum released in 2021.
This unisex fragrance from Germany was created by Scents of Arabia, a brand inspired by the expressive aesthetics of oriental perfumery.
The composition belongs to the oriental and woody families and is intended for those who enjoy rich, noticeable and charismatic fragrances.
The name Oriental Oud immediately sets the direction of its development: oud takes centre stage, complemented by a leathery texture, spices, fruity softness and smoky-balsamic nuances.
The fragrance does not aim to go unnoticed, making it especially suitable for evening outings, special occasions and cool weather.
Its character is perceived as deep, warm and seductively contrasting.
Structure and Development on the Skin
The opening of Scents of Arabia Oriental Oud is built around a leather accord, liquorice, raspberry and a sweet accord.
From the first minutes, the composition sounds dense and textured: juicy berries soften the austere leather, while liquorice adds spicy-sweet depth.
As a result, the opening feels not simply oriental, but layered and slightly mysterious.
Apricot, ginger, papyrus and patchouli emerge at the heart.
Apricot brings a velvety fruity nuance, ginger supports the composition with fresh spice, while papyrus and patchouli create a dry green-woody framework.
As it develops, the fragrance becomes more composed and darker, while retaining a soft fruity undertone.
The base combines floral notes, frankincense, lily of the valley and oud. Frankincense lends the scent a resinous smokiness, lily of the valley brightens the finish, and oud restores the composition's characteristic woody density.
As a result, Oriental Oud leaves a distinctive, warm and noble trail with a leathery-woody character.
Wearability and Sillage
In terms of gender positioning, this is a unisex perfume: it can smell intriguing on both women's and men's skin, revealing different facets depending on body temperature and individual skin chemistry.
On some skin, raspberry and apricot will be more prominent; on other skin, leather, frankincense, patchouli and oud will stand out.
For this reason, it is worth testing the fragrance on your own skin before buying and giving it time to go through all stages of development.
Oriental Oud has very strong sillage, so it is best applied with care.
A small amount on the skin is enough for a first introduction; it is particularly suitable for areas with natural warmth, such as the wrists or neck.
On clothing, the composition may smell even more pronounced, so it is best to start with one spray and increase the dosage only if necessary.
The Oriental Style of Scents of Arabia
Oriental Oud presents the Scents of Arabia brand through a combination of rich woody, leathery, spicy, sweet, fruity, green, floral and balsamic nuances.
There is no sense of a flat composition built around one overpowering oud: the oud is surrounded by contrasts that make it feel fuller and more contemporary.
The sweetness of the fruit, the dryness of papyrus and the smokiness of frankincense help the fragrance maintain a balance between luxury and boldness.
Those drawn to this expressive oriental aesthetic may also want to explore The Spirit of Dubai Majalis.
For further exploration, The Spirit of Dubai Rimal and Mugler A*Men Pure Leather are also worth considering.
Scents of Arabia Oriental Oud is chosen for its noticeable sillage, rich woody character and ability to combine fruity softness with dark leathery-resinous nuances.
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