Deko

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!! I'm so glad I could finally try this after coveting it for ages; it's everything I dreamed it would be! It's such a stunning take on oud; the sandalwood and myrrh compliment it beautifully and make it a rich, dark, woody scent. The oud is very tame, likely thanks to the creamy sandalwood and earthy myrrh; there's no medicinal or animalic notes that oud can take on. I don't detect the vanilla, but I'm sure it's part of what gives this scent depth even though it can't be made out as an individual note. I think Tom Ford is overrated, but I'm tempted to draw the parallel between Oud Wood and Deco. They're clearly different (Deco is much warmer thanks to the sandalwood), but I would definitely place them in the same family and if you're a fan of oudy, woody scents like Oud Wood, Deco is definitely a must-try! My only complaint is that Deco doesn't have the best longevity (on my skin, it lasts 3-4 hours) and the throw is somewhat understated--though given the richness and intensity of this scent, that's not necessarily a bad thing as it could easily become overpowering otherwise. Overall, 9.7/10, one of my favorite perfumes from my collection!