Bois d‘Oud
Perris Monte CarloEau de Parfum2012
Side by side
Bois d‘Oud vs. Varanasi
Varanasi rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bois d‘Oud | Varanasi | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2012 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Giuseppe Imprezzabile |
| Best season | Fall | Winter |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bois d‘Oud
Woody
Fruity
Amber
Sweet
Oud
Powdery
Vanilla
Earthy
Varanasi
Animalic
Amber
Woody
Leather
Earthy
Smoky
Oud
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Fruity NotesFresh note
FrankincenseNutmegSaffronCardamom
Heart
JasmineRoseCinnamonSpicy Notes
AmbergrisCypriolJasmineRoseAmbrette
Base
OudSaffronVanillaMuskCuminPapyrus
Animalic NotesOudLeatherGurjumSpikenardVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bois d‘Oud | Varanasi | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
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
Not mass-appealing or office-safe. Varanasi demands commitment from the wearer and tolerance from those nearby. The animalic and leather components sit close to the skin but never fully retreat.Varanasi