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Home Fragrances Vilhelm Parfumerie The Oud Affair
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Eau de parfum

Vilhelm Parfumerie The Oud Affair

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Gender:
Unisex
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Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

The Oud Affair: Luxury in Every Note

Dive into the world of Vilhelm Parfumerie with the fragrance The Oud Affair, released in 2015.

This unisex masterpiece, available in eau de parfum concentration, immediately became iconic due to its rich and multifaceted character.

The brand, founded in the same year by Jan Vilhelm Ahlgren, embodies its DNA – a blend of American ingenuity and European refinement, creating a perfume that tells a story of sophisticated luxury.

Fragrance Development on the Skin

The composition of The Oud Affair begins its journey with invigorating top notes, which quickly transition into a deep and warm base, perfectly unfolding on the skin throughout the day.

The fragrance belongs to the oriental and woody families, combining exoticism and coziness in one bottle.

Its dynamic development from a spicy start to a sweet finale makes each application a small adventure, full of surprises and emotions.

Positioning and Wearability

As a unisex fragrance, The Oud Affair is suitable for everyone who values depth and complexity, regardless of gender.

Its prominent sillage leaves behind a cloud of mystery, ideal for evening outings, special occasions, or cool autumn days when you want to add a touch of warmth and luxury to everyday life.

Thanks to its balanced composition, it doesn't overwhelm but gently envelops, making it a faithful companion for confident individuals.

Creators and Impact on the Perfume Scene

Created by talented perfumers Jan Vilhelm Ahlgren and Jérôme Epinette, The Oud Affair reflects their mastery in combining innovative and classical elements.

Jan Vilhelm Ahlgren, the brand's founder, brought his experience from the world of fashion, while Jérôme Epinette added French refinement, creating a fragrance that enhanced Vilhelm Parfumerie's reputation as a pioneer in niche perfumery.

This release demonstrates how the collaboration of leading perfumers can give birth to masterpieces that inspire new trends.

Similar Fragrances for Your Collection

If you enjoyed The Oud Affair, be sure to try Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille for tobacco-vanilla harmony, L'Artisan Parfumeur Tea for Two for tea-spicy notes, and Amouroud Oud Tabac for another take on the oud and tobacco combination.

Each of these fragrances offers a unique approach to oriental-woody themes, expanding your horizons in the world of perfumery.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and women (unisex)
Very high fragrance longevity

The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes

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Sillage
Noticeable

The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

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

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

Start with the sharp and refreshing note of ginger, which intertwines with warm and natural honey, creating a spicy-sweet opening that immediately captures attention.

In the heart of the composition, tobacco unfolds, adding smoky and slightly dry accents that deepen the fragrance and give it a masculine charm.

On the base, luxurious oud dominates with its rich woody texture and creamy vanilla, which together create a long-lasting, warm, and cozy finish, enveloping the skin with delicate sweetness.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Vilhelm Parfumerie
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.vilhelmparfumerie.com
Year of production 2015
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Ginger
Ginger
Note photo Honey
Honey
Note photo Tobacco
Tobacco
Note photo Oud
Oud
Note photo Vanilla
Vanilla

Top notes

Ginger Honey

Heart notes

Tobacco

Base notes

Oud Vanilla

Families

Family East East
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Fragrance characteristics

based on 5 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
High (5 to 12 hours)
4
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Noticeable
4
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Complex and profound
3
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
20%
Unisex
60%
Female
20%
What kind of event
Date
17%
Wedding
17%
Sport
17%
Sleep
0%
For party
17%
For every day
17%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
17%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
0%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
100%
For what style / mood
Casual
0%
Gala
50%
Classic
50%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
50%
36-45 years
50%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
0%
On the wrist
33%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
33%
Behind the ears
0%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
33%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
33%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
0%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Gathers compliments
5
Intensity
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Intensity
Strong
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Bottle
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High quality
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Spray
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Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
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What an amazing fragrance! The combination of honey with tobacco and vanilla pod is simply striking. It's so warm, dry, and yet long-lasting. A true delight! 😍
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Looking for a replacement for BtB by Kilian. The first notes are simply sharp, with a spicy undertone. Ginger? Doesn't seem like it, but according to the pyramid, there's nothing else left. Fortunately, after 10-15 minutes they disappear, and a tart honey tobacco takes their place. There's much less sweetness here than in BtB, it's not the main thing, but just an "addition"!!! OA is more intense, tobacco-like (oud and tobacco are so intertwined that it's impossible to distinguish one, it feels like a strong variety of tobacco) and more masculine. In terms of longevity, Kilian is unmatched
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honey tobacco with a slight sweetness and sharp notes. it's puzzling. woody accents, but in the end you realize that the fragrance truly sounds luxurious and leaves a trail
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The opening is impressive, the sweetness hits you right in the nose, as if caramel is floating in the air. Then the fragrance smoothly transitions into a lighter and more elegant interpretation of Tobacco Vanille by Ford 🌟
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This kind of oud suits me perfectly. On the skin, honey immediately unfolds, and ginger adds an interesting accent. The vanilla is delicate, not overpowering, just like the oud itself. At first, I was worried the scent would be too sweet and oriental, but the consultant assured me it was worth trying. It really smells beautiful, especially in autumn. Especially on sunny warm days. A long-lasting fragrance
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This scent penetrates the very soul. It's truly impressive. First, you feel a rich honey sound with light spicy accents, warmth, and coziness. Then, quality tobacco, most likely cigar tobacco, is added to the honey. The fragrance lasts about five hours, gradually opening up, and in the base, there's almost no sweetness, but instead, a beautiful dry oud )
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