Dark Aoud vs Oud Wood
Cardamom, pepper and dry woods make for a sharp opening. Sandalwood, soft vanilla and ambergris become more noticeable as it settles, though the woody blend can feel rough.
How they compare
Dark Aoud could suit you if you’d like less amber than Oud Wood.
| Dark Aoud | Accord or measure | Oud Wood |
|---|---|---|
| Scent profile | ||
| Woody | ||
| Oud | ||
| Warm Spicy | ||
| Creamy | ||
| Amber | ||
| Performance | ||
| Moderate | Projection | Moderate |
| Moderate4–6 hrs | Longevity | Moderate4–6 hrs |
Key differences
- Less amber-richEstimated 2 out of 5 for Dark Aoud, 3 for Oud Wood.
Reading this chart
Estimated prominence, from 1 (a background trace) to 5 (defining). Hour ranges vary by wearer. About these scores
Performance notes
Based on community wear reports. Results vary by skin, application and batch.
Oud Wood
Reviewed
Broad wear categories reviewed against community longevity and scent-trail reports for this exact version.
Dark Aoud
Reviewed
Broad editorial wear estimates from the linked community reports.
Fragrances with similar accords
Scents that share accords with Oud Wood, matched automatically across the catalogue.
