Royal Oud
woody up front, then musky, settling into powdery.
About
Royal Oud by Creed is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for women and men. Royal Oud was launched in 2011. Royal Oud was created by Olivier Creed and Julien Rasquinet. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Lemon and Sicilian Bergamot; middle notes are Cedar, Angelica and Galbanum; base notes are Sandalwood, Agarwood…
Noses: Olivier Creed · Julien Rasquinet
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Royal Oud smell like?
woody up front, then musky, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, musky, powdery.
What notes are in Royal Oud?
Top: Pink Pepper, Lemon, Sicilian Bergamot. Heart: Cedar, Angelica, Galbanum. Base: Sandalwood, Agarwood (Oud), Musk.
How long does Royal Oud last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Royal Oud loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Royal Oud best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Royal Oud?
Night wear leads at 54%. Day is a secondary pick at 46%.
Is Royal Oud for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 64% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Royal Oud?
Composed by Olivier Creed and Julien Rasquinet. Released in 2011.
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