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Eau de parfum
Zara Virtuous Oud
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Zara Virtuous Oud — the character and story of the fragrance
Zara Virtuous Oud is a men's eau de parfum from 2023, created by Alberto Morillas and included in the A Perfume By Alberto Morillas collection.
The composition combines the freshness of citrus and aquatic nuances with expressive woody depth, giving it a modern, composed and distinctive character.
The release reflects the character of Zara: a recognisable idea, a contemporary presentation and the opportunity to discover an intriguing fragrance composition without excessive formality.
At the same time, Virtuous Oud does not feel simple or flat — beneath its fresh opening, a rich, warm and masculine heart gradually emerges.
The development and mood of the composition
The fragrance opens with a bright combination of bergamot, lemon and calone.
The citrus spark quickly takes on a cool aquatic nuance, making the opening feel energetic, clean and slightly airy.
Then the composition becomes softer and more rounded: ambroxan, white musk and floral nuances support the lavender, while oud adds a signature resinous-woody shadow.
The dry-down is built around patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver — a dry, elegant and long-lasting base with a distinctive woody accent.
Positioning and wearability
Virtuous Oud belongs to the fougère and woody fragrance families and is presented as a men's perfume.
Its trail is very strong, making the composition especially well suited to those who enjoy a noticeable fragrance presence and expressive development from a distance.
The fresh top notes make Virtuous Oud a fitting choice for cool spring and autumn days, while the woody-ambery base reveals its potential in the evening, at meetings and on special occasions.
For the office or smaller spaces, it is best to start with a moderate number of sprays: the rich trail quickly makes itself known.
This eau de parfum unfolds with a cohesive, confident character, combining the clean modernity of ambroxan with the classic depth of oud, patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver.
It is an option for fans of masculine woody compositions who want a fresh opening and a warm, memorable finish.
The perfumer and similar fragrances
Virtuous Oud was created by Alberto Morillas, a perfumer known for combining transparent modern accords with expressive structure.
In this release, his signature can be seen in the contrast between radiant citrus, cool calone and a dense woody-ambery base.
If you would like to explore a similar mood, take a look at Montale Aoud Lavender, and also compare Virtuous Oud with Chanel Allure Homme and Dior Dior Homme Sport.
These fragrances do not duplicate the composition entirely, but they may appeal thanks to their masculine character, fresh opening and woody trail.
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