Oriental Oud by Dar El Ward
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Description
Oriental Oud Brings Warm Depth to Dar El Ward’s Lineup Oriental Oud, from Dar El Ward, is a unisex fragrance in the woody-oriental family. It balances the dark richness of oud wood with soft floral, fruity, and amber tones. Opening with a bright, lightly spiced top, it moves through a floral-woody heart before settling into a warm raspberry-and-amber base. The…
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When to wear it (votes)
- Winter 50%
- Spring 0%
- Summer 0%
- Autumn 50%
- Day 50%
- Night 50%
Key notes
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Top
pink pepper
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Heart
peony
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Base
raspberry
Community
3 votes
- Positive 67%
- Negative 0%
- Neutral 33%
The olfactory pyramid
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
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Leading answer Love it
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Fragrance profile
About Oriental Oud
Oriental Oud Brings Warm Depth to Dar El Ward’s Lineup
Oriental Oud, from Dar El Ward, is a unisex fragrance in the woody-oriental family. It balances the dark richness of oud wood with soft floral, fruity, and amber tones.
Opening with a bright, lightly spiced top, it moves through a floral-woody heart before settling into a warm raspberry-and-amber base.
The top notes are built around pink pepper and bergamot. Together they give Oriental Oud a lively, zesty start with just a hint of spice to keep things interesting.
At the heart, peony and oud wood form the core of the composition. The peony softens the brooding character of oud, while the wood adds depth and a subtle smokiness that anchors the scent.
The base is a mix of raspberry and amber. Raspberry supplies a modern fruity sweetness, and amber wraps everything in a warm, resinous glow that lingers on the skin.
The described accords include floral, oud, fruity, citrus, amber, sweet, softly spicy, rose, fresh, and fresh-spicy notes. That range gives the fragrance a multifaceted personality that shifts as it develops.
Dar El Ward has not released details about the perfumer or an official launch year. Based on three registered ratings, Oriental Oud currently averages 4.33 out of 5, which points to a positive reception from early reviewers.
This is a scent for fans of woody orientals who like contrast between fresh, floral, and sweet elements. It should also appeal to anyone searching for a unisex fragrance with presence and a distinctive character.
All told, Oriental Oud is a well-rounded woody oriental. It starts fresh, turns floral and woody in the middle, and finishes with a warm, fruity ambery trail. An easy recommendation for those who appreciate oud without wanting something too heavy.
Spices Flowers Woods and mosses Fruits, vegetables and nuts Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Very long-lasting
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Sillage
Leading answer Room-filling
1 vote
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
1 vote
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
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