The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Pétale de Oud was launched by Lor Paris in 2019 as part of the Série 001 collection. Composed by Nathalie Feisthauer, it is presented as a unisex oriental-woody fragrance built around oud, with Turkish rose, Persian saffron, Guatemalan cardamom, Egyptian geranium, and Italian mandarin contributing to its character. The brand's own framing emphasizes an archetype that is mysterious, royal, powerful, and seductive, giving the scent a commanding presence without requiring a loud or aggressive interpretation. Rather than presenting oud in isolation, Pétale de Oud places it within a broader network of floral, citrus, spicy, woody, musky, powdery, and amber notes.
What makes this composition worth attention is the geographic specificity of its raw materials: Turkish rose, Persian saffron, Guatemalan cardamom, Egyptian geranium, and Italian mandarin. Those named ingredients create a varied aromatic vocabulary around the central oud note. Turkish rose contributes a recognizable floral identity, while Persian saffron adds a spice note with a warm, slightly bitter character. Egyptian geranium brings a green, aromatic and herbal dimension to the blend, and Guatemalan cardamom introduces another layer of warmth and spice.
The evolution
Pétale de Oud is described through a sequence of contrasting aromatic impressions: Italian mandarin brings a bright citrus accent, Turkish rose introduces a floral note, Persian saffron contributes spice, Egyptian geranium adds a green aromatic-herbal quality, and Guatemalan cardamom supplies a warm spicy layer. Oud forms the central woody identity of the composition, supported by musk, powdery amber, and the stated oriental profile. Together, the notes create a fragrance that moves between freshness and density, with citrus and floral elements placed alongside spice, wood, musk, powder and amber. Its wear may be experienced differently depending on individual skin chemistry and application, so the perceived balance and longevity can vary.
Cultural impact
Pétale de Oud belongs to Lor Paris's Série 001 collection, launched in 2019. Its composition combines oud with Turkish rose, Persian saffron, Guatemalan cardamom, Egyptian geranium and Italian mandarin, alongside musk and powdery amber. This combination places the fragrance within an oriental-woody register while also giving it floral, citrus, spicy and herbal dimensions. Other fragrances associated with Série 001 include Musc Fruité, creating a broader context for Pétale de Oud within the line.
The House
Lor ParisThe Creator
Nathalie FeisthauerIn the studio Feisthauer favors a linear approach: she isolates a core accord, then builds outward with complementary facets. She often begins with a mineral or green element, adding depth through woods, resins, or subtle spices.
