Oud Zarian
warm spicy up front, then amber, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Oud Zarian by Creed is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Oud Zarian was launched in 2025. Top notes are Spices, Frankincense, Ginger and Bergamot; middle note is May Rose; base notes are Licorice, Myrrh, Oud, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood and Patchouli. Oud Zarian…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Creed picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Oud Zarian smell like?
warm spicy up front, then amber, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: warm spicy, amber, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Oud Zarian?
Top: Spices, Frankincense, Ginger, Bergamot. Heart: May Rose. Base: Licorice, Myrrh, Oud, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Patchouli.
How long does Oud Zarian last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Oud Zarian loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Oud Zarian best for?
Winter is the top pick (49%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Oud Zarian?
Night wear leads at 76%. Day is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Oud Zarian for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 49% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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