Oud Rose.

Born from the house’s centuries‑old obsession with the finest Arabian botanicals, Oud Rose was conceived to celebrate the legendary Taif rose, harvested on the slopes of Saudi Arabia’s western mountains. The perfumers paired that luminous bloom with the deep, resinous heart of agar‑agar wood sourced from Oman's Dhofar region, a nod to the brand’s historic oud trade. The result is a unisex ode that bridges the fresh elegance of a rose‑laden garden with the smoky gravity of ancient incense routes.

The Taif rose brings a bright, citrus‑tinged facet that cuts through the richness of Damask rose, whose petals lend a honeyed, almost powdery depth. Rosewood injects a dry, woody spice, while cedar adds a balsamic warmth that steadies the composition. Anchoring everything, the oud, extracted from mature trees aged fifteen years, offers a smoky, animalic backbone that transforms the bouquet from a garden stroll into a lingering desert night.

The first ten minutes announce the fragrance with a burst of Taif rose, its petals bright as a sunrise over the Red Sea, instantly lifting the senses. As the initial sparkle fades, the heart unfurls: Damask rose deepens the floral core, its scent richer, almost velvety, while rosewood and a whisper of rose add a subtle woody spice that feels like a sun‑warmed courtyard. Around the half‑hour mark, the base emerges, oud takes the lead, its smoky, resinous character mingling with cedar’s dry, balsamic echo and a faint ambergris‑like warmth. This dry‑down settles into a lingering trail that clings to skin for four to six hours, leaving a quiet, sophisticated ember that whispers long after the night has ended.

Wearers often describe Oud Rose as the scent of a quiet soirée in a historic souk, elegant yet grounded. It attracts those who appreciate a floral‑oud duet without overwhelming intensity, making it a favorite for evening gatherings and special occasions. Compared with other rose‑oud blends, its moderate sillage keeps it personal, inviting compliments without demanding the spotlight.