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    Rose Oud vs. Black Aoud

    Rose Oud by Monotheme Venezia bottle

    Rose Oud

    Monotheme Venezia
    Eau de Parfum2013
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Black Aoud wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Rose Oud vs. Black Aoud
    Rose OudBlack Aoud
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEDP
    Launched20132006
    GenderUnisexMale
    Perfumer—Irini
    Best seasonFallWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Rose Oud

    Rose
    Aromatic
    Oud
    Fresh Spicy
    Patchouli
    Balsamic
    Floral
    Amber

    Black Aoud

    Rose
    Oud
    Patchouli
    Musky
    Woody
    Floral
    Citrus
    Amber

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Elemi Resin
    OudMandarin OrangeLemonSaffron
    Heart—
    RosePatchouli
    Base
    OudPatchouliAmber
    LabdanumSandalwoodGuaiac WoodMuskLeatherWhite Musk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Rose Oud vs. Black Aoud
    Rose OudBlack Aoud
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours10+ hours
    Sillagemoderateenormous

    No varnish

    Real talk

    If you've been avoiding rose oud combos because you expected something medicinal or aggressive, this one rewrites the script. Patricia de Nicolaï keeps the oud polished and refined.Rose Oud
    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: Rose Oud vs. Black Aoud
    Rose OudBlack Aoud
    3.4 oz—$66.95fragranceshop

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