Aoud
M. MicallefEau de Parfum2003
Side by side
Aoud vs. Bois d‘Oud
Aoud peaks in winter, while Bois d‘Oud belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Aoud | Bois d‘Oud | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2003 | 2012 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jean-Claude Astier | — |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Aoud
Oud
Warm Spicy
Rose
Honey
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Floral
Sweet
Bois d‘Oud
Woody
Fruity
Amber
Sweet
Oud
Powdery
Vanilla
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Rose
Fruity NotesFresh note
Heart
OudSaffronCinnamonNutmegSandalwood
JasmineRoseCinnamonSpicy Notes
Base
HoneyPatchouli
OudSaffronVanillaMuskCuminPapyrus
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Aoud | Bois d‘Oud | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Some fragrances announce themselves. Aoud doesn't, it settles into a room the way heat moves through sand. The rose opening fools you into thinking this is gentle.Aoud
Here's what nobody tells you: this isn't the oud for beginners. It's for the person who's done the research, knows the price, and doesn't flinch. Bois d'Oud earns its reputation on the drydown.Bois d‘Oud