Dates Delight
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into amber.
About
Dates Delight by The House of Oud is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Dates Delight was launched in 2016. Top notes are Dates and Peony; middle notes are Cinnamon, Tonka Bean, Caramel and Coumarin; base notes are Honey, Vanilla, Sugar, Benzoin and Labdanum.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- 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 The House of Oud picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Dates Delight smell like?
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into amber. Dominant accords: sweet, vanilla, amber.
What notes are in Dates Delight?
Top: Dates, Peony. Heart: Cinnamon, Tonka Bean, Caramel, Coumarin. Base: Honey, Vanilla, Sugar, Benzoin, Labdanum.
How long does Dates Delight last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Dates Delight loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Dates Delight best for?
Winter is the top pick (44%). Fall is second at 41%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Dates Delight?
Night wear leads at 59%. Day is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Dates Delight for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 47% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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