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    Side by side

    Dark Rose Cologne vs. Black Aoud

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Black Aoud wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Dark Rose Cologne vs. Black Aoud
    Dark Rose CologneBlack Aoud
    ConcentrationCologneEDP
    Launched20032006
    GenderFemaleMale
    PerfumerIrini
    Best seasonWinterWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Dark Rose Cologne

    Musky
    Powdery
    Animalic
    White Floral
    Sweet

    Black Aoud

    Rose
    Oud
    Patchouli
    Musky
    Woody
    Floral
    Citrus
    Amber

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    RoseSaffron
    OudMandarin OrangeLemonSaffron
    Heart
    OudWoody NotesPatchouliSandalwood
    RosePatchouli
    Base
    LiquidambarWhite Musk
    LabdanumSandalwoodGuaiac WoodMuskLeatherWhite Musk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Dark Rose Cologne vs. Black Aoud
    Dark Rose CologneBlack Aoud
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours10+ hours
    Sillagemoderateenormous

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Dark rose leans into its name. The oud isn't hiding, it's the point. If you've wanted a rose that smells like it's been through something, that chose the shadowy corner over the windowsill.Dark Rose Cologne
    Black Aoud isn't subtle, and that's the whole point. If you've been curious about oud but found it too harsh, this rose-wrapped version is where it clicks. The sillage? Enormous. The longevity?Black Aoud

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Dark Rose Cologne vs. Black Aoud
    Dark Rose CologneBlack Aoud
    3.4 oz$66.95fragranceshop

    Cheapest in-stock offer per size. Retailer links support Silloria at no extra cost to you.