24 Gold Oud Edition

For whatever reason, the opening of this reminds me strongly of Ultra Male - it only lasts a few minutes, but something about the combo of cinnamon and vanilla gives me Ultra Mal deja vu. Something about the amber (any maybe oud?) smells pearish as well. No idea why, and its only for a brief few moments, but the similarity is definitely there for whatever reason (note: ultra male is one of my all time favorite fragrances) Besides that, i second what most others say here. Good performance, unfortunately i dont get "nuclear" performance as some have mentioned, but i can consistently count on 7-8+ hours. Sweet, vanilla, amber, and a touch of cinnamon and oud. 9/10 for me. I may have to spring for the 100ml once i run through my 50 EDIT (1/?): Earlier on i stated that i do not get beast mode performance from this, which is still true. 7-8+ hours is what i get somewhat consistently. But i wanted to provide another example for comparison: I also have Mancera's aoud vanille, which in some ways is similar to this scent. At the very least, I would use them in similar situations. Now this one truly is beast mode on me - 11-12+ hours on the low end with strong projection through the first 3-4. Maybe i got a sub-par batch of 24 Gold Oud, or maybe my skin chemistry just doesnt work as well with it, who knows, ill probably have to try a handful of bottles to figure out. In either case, i wanted to briefly talk about the mancera as a point of reference, which performs MUCH better on my skin compared to this stuff.

#765 in my "Tour de Fragrance" Arabian Oud has a fabulous scent called "Kalemat." I paid $99 for the last bottle I purchased. As many on here have recognized, this ScentStory fragrance is similar for around $32. All day longevity. Projects like a lighthouse. Probably date wear, not business wear. Very potent. I wouldn't inflict it on others in a tight space. When I first encountered these scents, named and logoed to evoke the television show "24", the series was still on the air. I am very skeptical of "novelty" fragrances named for fictional characters, actors, dead people, sports figures, rap stars. But I'm Glad I took the chance on these as I think they're great scents. However, the novelty is clearly wearing off since "24" went off the air. Certain scents in this line are getting harder and harder to find. Fortunately this one is still relatively easy to come by. But I'm considering stocking up on the Neroli Elixir, Elixir Gold and this scent in anticipation of the line being discontinued. This is a nice, very Oriental, very masculine scent. In the same category as Lattafa "Raghba Wood Intense" and Lattafa "Khalis" also sold and labeled as "Pure Oudi." However, this scent makes a brighter, fresher impression thanks to the tangerine and neroli, so I prefer it to those scents, though I like them both very much, recommend them to everyone, as I would this scent.

I've had this for a week now and being the proud owner of the entire 24 line I was eagerly anticipating the launch of this one. Blind bought from the back room of the store because they hadn't even put them on the shelves yet and had no testers. Frankly, I thought how much better can this be than the original(?) a fragrance which was right up my street, sweet, fruity, gourmand but resinous, woody and creamy with vanilla. Well Scent story have managed to nail it again! This is quite simply 24 Gold with an amped up Oud note which is prominent and obvious from the very beginning. It's woodier, spicy in a darker way with more pink pepper in the opening for sure but with that sweetness lingering underneath. This lasts for several hours and then it dry's down to a very familiar vanilla 24 Gold accord. This is stunning juice and a perfectly welcome addition to my collection despite owning the original. Although I love it 24 Gold can become a little cloying after a while just due to it's sweetness and massive longevity and projection. This oud addition is a remedy to this issue because of the definite transition between the opening few hours and more recognizable sweetness later. By the time it does arrive, it's softer and welcome to my nose. Huge projection and longevity as expected...just get it!

This is a nice blend of oud with warm amber and a hint of vanilla. A pleasant gourmand fragrance. The scent opens with a burst of spicy cinnamon and nutmeg, settling into a pleasing heart of oud and jasmine. The citrus notes are not that noticeable to my nose. Its longevity and sillage are impressive. It lasts 12 hours on my skin and projects strongly for at least half that time. It lasts much longer on clothes. The oud can smell a bit barnyardy at times on the final skin phase. It’s not offensive, but has a sort of hay note, bordering on animalic smell to it, which can be covered up with an additional spray. I tend to be a heavy sprayer with my fragrances, but this is one I keep to about 3 sprays as it’s quite strong. Great for evening wear or special occasions. The skin scent that lingers is oud, sandalwood and the amber notes. Overall, 24 Gold Oud Edition is a sophisticated and opulent choice for those who appreciate deep and strong middle eastern fragrances. A nice one for winter. There’s a sweetness that lasts throughout the scent phases. Its more masculine than feminine in my view. More for a mature 30-year-plus consumer. Not a safe blind buy. Some people might find it too strong or a bit cloying.

My take on a flanker from the powerhouse of the 24 GOLD... I will iterate... "You got your 1 Million in my 24 Gold"! "You got your 24 Gold in my 1 Million"! Yes, 24 Gold OUD edition is what alot of reviewers have said below... a woodier spicier more masculant scent with just a tad more oudier vibe. I really think it is bottle worthy even if you own the original as long as your impressed with 1 Millians DNA... 24 Gold OUD still has that Amber Bomb background just toned down a bit leaving room for the added spices and woods. With that said... I feel 24 Gold OUD is offering what I felt was missing in 1 Million. I get a slight bubblegum in the opening. Which leads you into an effervescent spiced powder donut and cinnabon vibe conbined with the spiced vanillac amber coming in and lasting through the drydown. More like the original in this stage with a bit more sweetened oud as a backbone. I really was impressed the the origional 24 Golds take on Amber... Wow, it has proven to be a timeless masterpiece! As the flanker 24 Gold OUD is not quite as beastly, I am still very impressed with how Scent Story didn't ruin its DNA, but tweeking and adding to its ambience...