Al Oudh
warm spicy up front, then sweet, settling into amber.
About
Al Oudh by L'Artisan Parfumeur is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. Al Oudh was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Bertrand Duchaufour. Top notes are Caraway, Dates, Dried Fruits, Cardamom, Pink Pepper and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Leather, Incense, Saffron, Rose,…
Nose: Bertrand Duchaufour
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Caraway, Dates, Dried Fruits, Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom
Drydown· 6h+
Civetta, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Tonka Bean, Virginia Cedar, Vanilla
Olfactory readout
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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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More L'Artisan Parfumeur picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Al Oudh smell like?
warm spicy up front, then sweet, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, sweet, amber.
What notes are in Al Oudh?
Top: Caraway, Dates, Dried Fruits, Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom. Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Leather, Incense, Saffron, Rose, Iris, Neroli. Base: Civetta, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Tonka Bean, Virginia Cedar, Vanilla.
How long does Al Oudh last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Al Oudh loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Al Oudh best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Al Oudh?
Night wear leads at 55%. Day is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Al Oudh for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 46% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Al Oudh?
Composed by Bertrand Duchaufour. Released in 2009.
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