Oud Eau de Parfum

I'd confidently say that in line with what I've tried so far, this is easily the best introduction to Oud through the lense of a Western nose thats not used to it (while also smelling nice and classy in of itself). Definitely better than I expected, I was expecting the Oud Wood style of Oud that smells more like Cedarwood than actual Oud or faux-oud to my nose, however, this does have real Oud in it which is a plus, and it's done in a small amount whilst also being wrapped around beautifully by the other notes, which make it really pleasant to noses who have never experienced Oud before, many people often forget that not all Oud smells funky or intense which is mainly reserves for Indian and sometimes Laotian Oud, but the Oud in this one is very likeable, elegant, intensely woody yet reserved, and lightly sweet. Enough babling by me😂 The other main notes I get on my skin for the rest of the wearing are a rich and dense but non animalism leather, a dense and slightly creamy Sandalwood (of which both of them fuse seamlessly with the Oud), the familiar bright and sparkly orange from the opening, only now further in the back to add much needed contrast to the heavier darker notes, and Amyris which gives a little sweetness and smooths the edges out of this already smooth and elegant fragrance. Wearability wise this is 100% a dressed up fragrance (or atleast that's where I think it shines the most), however If you really love it I see no issue wearing it casually provided it's not hot or humid, I also feel that this fragrance is very firmly a Masucline leaning scent but its not entirely unthinkable to imagine a Lady enjoying this and rocking it. Projection was medium but quite dense and occasionally would feel like it was approaching strong on my skin but would taper back down, and longevity I got around 9-10 hours, with it starting to die down around the 4 or 5 hour mark. Overall it's quite nice to get whiffs of and makes me have to correct my back posture just smelling it as it really does exude class; Oud is fundamentally and divisive and/or hard to first like note to most western palletes unfamiliar with it, but I feel like this is one of the better if not the best avenue to start off with, while still going strong as a beautiful fragrance in its own right. 8.3/10

AdP Oud is a masterpiece - a very unique take on oud while being beginner friendly at the same time. Unlike most oud fragrances that give off a heavy, dark, funky vibe, the oud in here is complemented by just the right amount of citrusy, sweet and clean notes, with almost a little bit of aquatic feel, making it fresh, soft, airy and extremely smooth. It's still somewhat of an acquired taste but is very pleasant and light for an oud scent. Vibrant, rich, uplifting and slightly sweet orange & bergamot notes can be found in the loud opening with so much depth. Very full and round. The citruses stay for a pretty long time and as they gradually die down you can detect the other layers underneath a lot more: there's a soft, gentle leather note that adds this refinement and sophistication to the scent; Amyris gives off this slightly sweet resinous vibe that makes you wanna keep sniffing it; and of course, the oud becomes more and more apparent as the fragrance develops. The oud here is dry, crisp, slightly smokey and reminds me of antique furnitures, giving that classy & elegant woodsy vibe. The oud note intensifies and reaches its peak around the 5-6 hour mark when most of the other notes have faded. The longevity of this thing is absurd. I sprayed once on my arm in the morning and took a shower 12 hours later, the oud base can still be easily detected after the shower. Sometimes I can still smell it 24 hours after applying, simply insane. This is a modern/Western take on oud and to me doesn't really smell Oriental at all, until the full dry down where it becomes a bit exotic. Mass appealing yet artistic. Smells like two fragrances in the opening and the dry down. You gotta try this even if you're not a fan of oud normally. This will make you smell like a successful, sophisticated gentleman no doubt. Opening: 9.7/10 Dry down: 9.5/10 Uniqueness: 9.7/10 Versatility: 8/10 Presentation: 9.3/10 Sillage: 9.5/10 Longevity: 10/10 Sprays: 2-3 Season: All season Occasion: Signature, dress up, formal occasions Overall Rating: 9.7/10

im not into niche fragrances, just because im not rich and i consider pure madness spend more than 120-130euros for any parfume. acqua di parma is the only niche house i have in my collection because of the affordable prices, the availability of testers and the quality of the juices. i found a tester of acqua di parma oud and i bought it with no hesitation. regarding the scent, im not familiar with oud, the only oudy i have is the great M7, which i love very much. i also tried armani p.h. oud and other designer oudy colognes. a.d.p. oud is one of the best scent i ever tried so far: it is very dense, rich and bold. the opening is a bit orangy, then a great mix of oud, sandalwood, leather and musk creates a fantastic super-woody, resinous and clean smell. for me this edp is a combo of dsquared potion + ysl M7. it's easy to wear but im my opinion the average guy can find it a bit challenging. a.d.p oud is something hard to smell in the streets, it's not mass-appealing like sauvage or bleu de chanel. this fragrance fits better on people over 30, it's marked as unisex but for me is definitely masculine. not for playful situations, better for casual or formal situations with the right outfit. for fall, winter and cold days of spring. the performance is good, on my skin the projection is great in the first 2 hours, then became softer. the longevity is 8-10 hours, so no complains. a modern masterpiece! non tratto di solito profumi di nicchia perchè per me che non sono ricco spendere tanti soldi per un profumo è follia pura. tuttavia acqua di parma offre prodotti eccellenti a prezzi non proibitivi e i loro tester sono facili da trovare. questo oud è fantastico, super-legnoso, resinoso e pulito. non difficile da indossare, tuttavia non è il sauvage o il bleu de chanel di turno per complimenti. per me un profumo grandioso! scent-9 long-8,5 sillage-8 versatility-7,5 uniqueness-8 bottle-6,5 compliment factor-7,5 rebuy?yes my vote- 9 in one word- agarwood alternative- armani pour homme oud nuit

Wow! Where do I start with this perfume. This is my signature scent. Very worthy of gatekeeping. Acqua Di Parma are known for their summer fresh scents, and for them to use a heavy polarising Middle-Eastern ingredient like Oud is quite risky in my opinion. For the record I am not a fan of funky Ouds. But this perfume has such an elegant Oud and is perfectly balanced between fresh/ citrusy and woody. The wood in this perfume is a rich and wet wood. The perfume is slightly spicy to Western standards which is nice but by no means spicy to the Middle-Eastern market. Imagine you’ve been chopping wood in the sun, you’ve got hot and sweaty, so you decide to sit under a tree to peel an orange for a refreshment. The perfume is male orientated IMO but could be worn by both genders, definitely appreciated by women. Now, the earlier batch I had was incredibly long lasting on the skin 12+ hours. But newer batches have lost some performance. On clothes it is still 12+ hours but fades quicker on skin probably around the 8 hour mark if you’re lucky. With the older batches a little went a long way, but you do need to spray more with new batches if you want the same result. It is a pricey perfume. But, for the quality ingredients you cannot complain. It smells expensive. It’s a nice heavy bottle, very sleek. Atomiser is good but the cap is plastic... for the price point disappointing. But it’s what’s about inside that matters. This will get you compliments for sure, definitely a mature scent too. For me it can be worn in any season. Bonus if in general you’re a warm body as body heat makes this scent radiate around you. So overall, I wouldn’t recommend blind buying as it is quite a unique scent and the “Oud” label can be scary for some and disappointing to others. (I’m gatekeeping)

This fragrance brings a smile to my face every time I wear it. You can smell the natural citrus on the top and it lasts until it becomes a skin scent. I wont go into the notes cause you can read them above but I will say I can pick up on most of them throughout a wear and they are blended perfectly. This is signature scent worthy. It's not the most complex but smells natural, fresh, and unique. The performance is goldilocks, 6-8 (into 9 hours and stays around if you spray clothing), moderate scent bubble and sillage, mass appealing and wouldn't offend anyone. As a lot of people have said before it really doesn't smell like oud. Its not a clean MFK oud, but its doing its own thing. It changes from the open to the dry down so its not a linear scent. This can be worn in any season, all times of day. The wife likes it and she hates everything, so thats a win. If you are someone who is new to oud or wants to try oud or doesn't like the poopy stuff, give this a sample. Im not saying this is for everyone. Im saying its sample worthy. Its 6oz big bottle worthy to me. Only thing I can say is Im 50/50 on wearing this as a work scent. But it depends on the type of work you do and what you prefer to wear to work. Otherwise everything is fair game with this one. 9.5/10. For a bottle, check discounters.

It’s an amber woody fragrance that I immediately fell in love with. Most oud fragrances tend to be “in your face” overly polarizing although this one is very distinct, it’s still very much pleasant to the nose. I believe this fragrance is perfect for almost any season / weather. (Unless it’s scorching hot outside 🥵) It opens very citrusy, resinous and woody. The citrus lingers for a moment and then dissipates leaving a faint scent and the oud, leather, spices and resins take over. As it dries down, it becomes a little animalic and a little sweet retaining the dark and bold oudy leathery accords. The amyris in this gives it a resinous-like and a little chemical-ish scent which I adore. Very strong sillage! People at home knew I was just around the corner because they could smell me. Longevity is also quite good. 10 AM-ish: I sprayed on my wrist, behind my ears and chest. I also sprayed on this sweater I am wearing. Around 5:45 PM I took a shower and it was still there. 2 AM: I could still smell it on my sweater that I hung in the rack. I guess it could have stayed longer in my skin if I didn’t shower. 😅 Overall, Acqua di Parma’s OUD is an instant favorite. I love everything JUXTAPOSED! Dark but fresh, citrusy but bold. Very elegant and still quiete relaxed.

It’s an amber woody fragrance that I immediately fell in love with. Most oud fragrances tend to be “in your face” overly polarizing although this one is very distinct, it’s still very much pleasant to the nose. I believe this fragrance is perfect for almost any season / weather. (Unless it’s scorching hot outside 🥵) It opens very citrusy, resinous and woody. The citrus lingers for a moment and then dissipates leaving a faint scent and the oud, leather, spices and resins take over. As it dries down, it becomes a little animalic and a little sweet retaining the dark and bold oudy leathery accords. The amyris in this gives it a resinous-like and a little chemical-ish scent which I adore. Very strong sillage! People at home knew I was just around the corner because they could smell me. Longevity is also quite good. 10 AM-ish: I sprayed on my wrist, behind my ears and chest. I also sprayed on this sweater I am wearing. Around 5:45 PM I took a shower and it was still there. 2 AM: I could still smell it on my sweater that I hung in the rack. I guess it could have stayed longer in my skin if I didn’t shower. 😅 Overall, Acqua di Parma’s OUD is an instant favorite. I love everything JUXTAPOSED! Dark but fresh, citrusy but bold. Very elegant and still quiet relaxed.

I agree with everyone who considers this a soapy Oud. Mostly in the rather extended dry down. And that’s because this thing lasts forever. I get 12 hours plus easily with only a few sprays. It starts with the orange and bergamot right in the beginning, both of which stay through the mid on me. Then the Oud takes over with a bit of the sandalwood playing through it here and there. I have a decant of the leather, and I must say I don’t get much leather in this one. A few thoughts on the fragrance as a whole... I think you can wear it in any season. It’s bright enough for the warmer months and punchy enough for the colder ones. It’s such a versatile fragrance. Additionally, this is a huge sweat scent on me. I’ve worn it to the office a few times, and when I hit the gym at work about 6 hours after I put it on, the increase in body temperature gives this thing an extra boost off the skin that lasts for another 3-4 hours. It’s insane how much of a hard worker this fragrance is. Overall this is that rare fragrance that really is worth all the money for me. Not only do I really enjoy the smell, but it lasts, has good projection, and is versatile enough to wear year round. It’s a rare one indeed.

I got this one early in my fragrance journey, after having fallen in love with several offerings from the house: Colonia OG, Intensa, Essenza, and Club (green bottle) being other standouts. I no longer hold AdP in such high regard, mostly because my taste has kept evolving and I’m currently more interested in other scent profiles (aromatic greens, leather chypres, extreme fougères, etc.). But today I felt the itch. To my nose, this is a unique take on oud. It opens with tart citric freshness, followed quickly by a woody-amber accord that forms the core of the scent. (This aspect is what renders it mainstream, yet it doesn’t slide towards an annoying cliché.) The oud is subtle, soft and woody, not skanky at all. The amber accord blends with it very well, a nod to its animalic side, softly musky and leathery. As it dries down, it continues to progress toward a smooth leather skin scent with notable tenacity (about 10 solid hours on my skin). The patchouli adds earthiness as it fades. It feels elegant, high-quality and pleasant throughout. Not your typical oud, nor your typical woody amber masculine. François Demachy doing his thing with the usual flair. Glad to have it in my wardrobe.

Where should I start, as the fragrance enthusiast I really appreciate this jewel. This isn't harsh, isn't loud, you almost do not smell individual notes (especially as it dries down). It is so sophisticated and blended to perfection. The opening is very bright but after 15 minutes becomes oudy but in a clean way, then after 30 minutes coriander starts mixing with oud and it becomes a little bit sharp (it is the only part where the fragrance feels sharp and where you can smell individual notes, the rest is perfectly blended so you get one rounded tone). After one hour mark it becomes more and more creamy and that sandalwood and musk comes out with that rich complex oud backbone. Silage is quiet soft especially after one hour, you get whiffs in the air through out a day, very gentle, not loud at all, so it can be summer scent but not in extreme heat when only citrus and aquatics work. As for longevity it is very good, at least 7h on my skin in the heat and my skin chemistry eats fragrance. To summarize this is another 1010 in my collection, I do love louder fragrance but this one for what it is and the legacy of the Acqua di Parma is just an art piece and it is just prefect.

My favorite ADP. This is a unique scent that smells like citruses (lots of earthy orange) mixed with leather, patchouli and loads oud and amyris. Very sophisticated, elegant, powerful and deep. Has a vibe of a man or woman that has their life together. It also feels like this is what an Italian fashion mogul living in Milan would smell like. I was looking for an oud that I could pull off in warmer weather and this fits the bill somewhat, although I would not wear in extreme heat and go easy on the trigger. It's fresh yet has a dark, rich aspect from the base notes. Almost like an deep dark oud soap as someone mentioned. Warning ⚠️ Thr leather and damp oud in this is extremely potent in my bottle and is one of the few frags that can make me sick if I overspray. This can be mega-cloying if not careful! Performance is very good on my frag eating skin 6hrs+ and all day on clothing. Nothing else smells like this. Backup bottle worthy = YES. I bought a 180ML Very happy 9/10. This is my #3 "Western Oud" right behind Tom Ford Oud Wood and Creed Royal Oud

I received a carded sample of AdP Oud with a bunch of other vials I had ordered, but somehow I forgot to try it and filed it in my archive with rest of the AdP samples. I'm so glad it randomly resurfaced today because this is so fantastic. It's fresh, aromatic, spicey, sour (bee-waxy sour), dry and resinous all at the same time. Some elements of it reminds me of other creations I smelled before. The ones that proposed ELDO's Tom of Finland and Moschino's Toy Boy might be onto something, but it certainly isn't all there is to this fragrance as far as references. That said, this eau de parfum smells sophisticated, unique, magnetic and extremely charming. I'm not gonna lie: my knee-jerk reaction upon first sniff was that Oud smells predominantely masculine, in the sense that it gives us what we traditionally expect from a fragrance built with men in mind as target. But I WOULD LOVE smelling this on a woman. Ladies, this would smell so unexpected and sophisticated on you. At least try it ;-)

My all time very favorite mens/women perfume and, I own over 20 different fragrances for men, and ACQUA DI PARM OUD cologne for men 2012 version and Eau de Parfum unisex 2019 version it's hands down my signature fragrances I get compliments on both of them all the time. They both smell very, very similar my friends, co-workers, and even my doctor loves this fragrance. This fragrance/s reminds me of fresh cut wood perfect for day, night and, even work.☝️ 👍 Except the price is very high I spent years waiting/saving to buy it and, just this past Spring I finally bought both version of this fragrance. Worth the investment and, wait. Note: This fragrance can last even longer if you moisturize the area with fragrance free lotion or scent free body oil FIRST. I added this step and, this fragrance lasted for almost 12 hours.👍Store all fragrances at room temperate away from any light especially sunlight. Direct sunlight can make any bottle of cologne or perfume go rancid very quickly.

This is incredibly beautiful. A mastery of Italian perfumery. This opens with zesty citruses and leather. The oud is there from beginning to end, but really as the backbone holding everything together. This is not a fecal-oud, but more of a Western-oud in the fashion of Oud Wood. As with all of AdP's offerings, this is fresh, clean, and imminently wearable. (Remember here, the Italian adage "The cleaner the man, the more attractive." AdP and Prada both do well maintaining this sentiment.) There is an austerity here that commands respect and you ideally embody that. The sandalwood and musk in the dry-down are very pleasant. This is male-leaning, but unisex. Performance is impressive, but may be cloying in Summer months. More of a night-time scent, there is something dark and mysterious here. Definitely not for the "blue fragrance" crowd, but a great beginner oud for enthusiasts looking to get into oud fragrances. A very solid 9 out of 10.

Sometimes you come across a fragrance you find so good, that it takes you out of the hobby because it feels like you have found your ultimate fragrance. For me this was the case with this one. I have not bought anything for over one year, which for me, is quite an accomplishment. I find it hard to explain why this fragrance draws me in so much. It takes me back to when I used to live in Italy. That darkness from the wood, in combination with the signature Acqua di Parma citrus, invokes strong, melancholy memories for me. Sometimes I wish I could get back into the hobby, and enjoy finding new fragrances that I love and surprise me. But, maybe it is for the better that I tone down my consuming of products. I cannot guarantee you will like it, if you do not enjoy the other fragrances from this brand you will not like this one either. I have worn this every single day for over a year, and have not gotten tired of it.

Absolutely beautiful, manly scent. My signature scent! I was given a test strip of this on a whim in Neiman Marcus, and didn't think much of the opening, other than a fresh oud was new to me, and that surprised me. But BOY does this develop into the sexiest blend of fresh woody spiciness! I could stop smelling the tester for DAYS! It smells the exact same on skin, thankfully! The citrusy opening is strong and bold, but takes a back seat within 25 minutes, as the patchouli leather and oud really make for a super nice spicy blend that just emanates off my skin. This to me is way better than say... Aventus, for a manly scent DNA. I'm thrilled there's no hype for this, as it's my secret for now! Anyway, 9.5/10 for me! Performs well, at least average if not above, although shy of beast mode. Not bad for having some freshy characteristics. It works in 365 days, and smells great in summer. Even when humid.

Oud EdP is super smooth, addictive, and smells like pure luxury. For me, the ideal "gateway oud" scent. Very dry yet refreshing and bright, uniquely clean in character. Has an unmistakable presence without coming on too heavy or loud. The citrus and leather add a brilliant touch of depth and masculinity to the otherwise androgynous star of the show. Performance is noticeably above average. After the initial couple hours, a pristine and tart oud is centerstage, flanked by notes of sandalwood and musk, all of which anchor a pleasantly woodsy dry down for several more hours. Not overly complex in development, but it exudes quality all around. FWIW, I've sampled TF Oud Wood and I prefer this as I feel it better showcases the alluring qualities of oud. Add to that the fact that I was able to grab a full size tester bottle for ~85 USD and this was an absolute no brainer. A real niche hidden gem.

Beautiful but mild Oud. This is a gorgeous fragrance which definitely is packed full of naturals. For those who expect to get a pungent waft of smoky Oud then this is not the fragrance for them. It’s a stunning rather mellow Oud with honey and citrus. Will stay on your skin easily for 8hrs plus. Gorgeous naturals packed fragrance. Definitely 10/10 from Acqua di Parma. One thing I will say is that Acqua di Parma recently changed the bottling of this fragrance and also marked it as edp. No changes to strength have been made to this fragrance. They apparently just decided to mark it as edp 🤷♂️. I was a little frustrated after having paid over £200 for a bottle of the new Oud Eau de Parfum to find it was the exact same fragrance that I already had in a 180ml bottle. A little cheeky or Acqua Di Parma!

It's good, but to be honest i can't smell the oud, i taught my fragrance was fake since i purchased it for 95 euros for 100ml, so i run to the nearest gallery lafayette, which is a french retail store who sell mid range to luxury products, they have it there i smelled it they smelled identical, the price in gallery lafayette is 203 euros for the 100ml. Yeah , it's good, citruses and amyris with a hint of woodiness is all i can smell. Good enough for me since i like amyris note. projection and longetivity i didn't gave this fragrance full wear but i would assume it's slightly above average. I will recommand bying the acqua di parma leather which in my opinion more niche smelling, with beast mode perfomance. But, you need to like the leather note because it's really present

This is excellent. I’m not generally a fan of big heavy scents ( ADP’s blue and colonia lines the sort of thing I usually go for) but this is really good. Not too heavy. I’m wearing it on one of the hotter days you get in the UK and it works. Perhaps not in really hot or humid conditions but it’s definitely suitable for Northern European type weather for winter, spring, autumn and probably most of summer. I get a TF Ombré Leather vibe for it - that’s one of the other “heavier” scents I don’t mind, but this is much better imo. Smoother. TF OL I find can be a little bit too heavy and harsh for me, sometimes almost a bit too cloying. This not at all. Really good for special occasions. Not a massive fan of many of their other EDPs but this one i definitely am.