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SoOud Masha'er d'Or
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Masha'er d'Or — the precious sound of SoOud
SoOud Masha'er d'Or Parfum is a rich unisex fragrance from 2014, created for those who appreciate expressive compositions with a generous sillage.
This extrait de parfum belongs to the Nektar Collection, where floral transparency, woody depth and a sensual musky base come together to create a cohesive, memorable impression.
The SoOud house was founded in 2010 at the very heart of French perfumery culture and immediately embraced a distinctive aesthetic: French chic meets an Arabian soul here.
Masha'er d'Or conveys this idea perfectly — the fragrance sounds refined yet grand, delicate in its individual nuances and highly confident in its overall presentation.
Fragrance character and development
At first, Masha'er d'Or draws attention with a contrast of fresh, green and spicy nuances.
A citrusy burst of mandarin, a cool ozonic accord and blackcurrant leaf create a feeling of clean air, while almond and black pepper add a gentle bitterness and lively character to the opening.
As it develops, the composition becomes more floral and voluminous.
Cyclamen, jasmine, lily and rose form an elegant heart, while oregano adds an aromatic dryness and helps the white floral notes sound composed, without excessive sweetness.
Amber, vanilla, sandalwood and musk emerge in the base, supported by patchouli and vetiver.
The drydown is warm, smooth and woody: it lingers on the skin for a long time, gradually softening into creamy vanilla, powdery musk and an amber glow.
Wearability and sillage
Positioned as a unisex perfume, it develops with equal interest on both women's and men's skin.
Its character can hardly be called discreet: Masha'er d'Or has a very powerful sillage, making it especially suitable for evenings, formal occasions, dates or cool weather, when its rich base sounds at its most beautiful.
This extrait has a high concentration and calls for careful application; however, no precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing have been provided for this release.
It is best to start with a minimal amount and see how the fragrance develops specifically on your skin: its long-lasting floral-woody aura is noticeable from the very first minutes.
The perfumer and its place in the collection
Masha'er d'Or was created by Stéphane Humbert Lucas, perfumer and founder of SoOud.
His signature is evident in his ability to unite contrasting materials: freshness and warmth, airy florals and a dense amber-woody base, European clarity and Oriental sensuality.
As a result, Masha'er d'Or comes across as an expressive fragrance with character and a distinctive identity.
Those who appreciate classic floral elegance but want a more powerful and modern interpretation may also wish to explore Caron Nocturnes Parfum.
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