Hermessence Oud Alezan

Oud Alezan demonstrates to the rest of the market what a western Rose-oud combo should be. Most rose ouds are sadly a weird and unbearable mix of heavy synths that satisfy the common misconceptions that performance = price and smells foreign= luxurious. Instead Christine Nagel has chosen to focus on creating a scent where the notes work in unison instead of having a screaming match with each other. The rose note is well done and the use of rose water gives it a layer delicacy that is rare in this genre while the oud is just the right balance of animalic and dry woody. Thankfully there is very little if any of that fake unconvincing arabian vibe that so many western brands try to put in their ouds in an attempt to be exotic. Overall probably one of the best western rose ouds out there along side Nicolais Rose Oud

Christine Nagel never fails to leave a trace in the history of artistic perfumery of the Hermès maison. His personal inspiration “The impression of immersing oneself in a very intimate and sensual subject revived in me the disturbing memory of a chestnut horse and the smell of its neck. In fact, Hermessence Oud Alezan embodies the magic of great cornerstones of Middle Eastern perfumery: the Damascus rose, rose water and Agarwood (Oud) which enveloping and contrasting duets in a magical olfactory triumph. Rich, sumptuous fragrance, which opens on almost balsamic notes of very refined and precious oud immersed in echoing notes of rose of the highest caliber. Warm, inebriating and sensual fragrance, the olfactory sillage is refined and present. For me pure love

Oud rose perfume. You know what it smells like, it isn't going to surprise you. By the deep dry down this is all sweet roses. If you compare this with the goat of oud rose frags (ombre nomad) this is a much lighter, sweeter scent that's in the same ballpark. Honestly I prefer it, LV ON is too much for me. I actually like that this one doesn't last till the heat death of the universe. You get about 2 hours of oud/rose projection and then a much closer sweet rose. My least favourite thing about this is that during the opening I get a strange damp wood / damp garage note. Projection: 7/10 Longevity: 6/10 Quality: 8/10

So short notes breakdown, so powerfull and captivating. I tested it today and fell in love. On the test strips the rose is strong and dominant while on the skin (mine at least) it kinda steps back and the oud kicks in. It is not the kind of oud most ppl don't like. It's opulent, it's sexy and definitely unlike other rose oud accords. Very expensive but I see why this price tag is so steep although part of it is of course down to the name.

At this point people should realize that oud/rose isn't going anywhere. Instead, think of it as another category (i.e. white floral, leather, aquatic, rose-oud). This one is really nice, but not long lasting, I don't mind it though because the opening is so delicious, so you can spray again later on and it can be worn in warm weather. Perfect combo of the two ingredients; the rose is truly floral/botanical, must be the rose water.

Hermes Oud Alezan (2024) - rose-oud petals - A gift from a dear friend, this #christinenagel creation combines Rose, the dry & dusty Rose Oxide and Agarwood. This simple combination requires great balance from a master. Jammy, lush, smoky, metallic and leathery all come into play. Surprising a delight to wear in heavier weather.

Criminally underrated! I have many rose/oud fragrances in my collection and this is my favorite. I usually tire of this type of scent because the rose is too punchy or the oud is too fecal. This has a smooth Oud and a soft rose. It doesn’t try to do “too much”. This is a compliment magnet.

One of the best interpretations of the oud + rose combo type of fragrance. It is not abrasive or harsh like most oud rose fragrances I've smelt. It's a very good lovely scent. It has this sweet, juicy, jammy, and effervescent rose which is very well complemented by the intense oud.

Just got it after teething with the tester, As an aficionado with more than 100 titles I can confidently say this will surprise you pleasantly. Tasteful, Lasting Subtle.. you will know where your money went, so will others.

Oh my god this smells so seductive and intoxicating. I usually hate the combo of oud and rose and usually dislike most oud. But I smelled this today and fell in love. It’s such a unique smelling oud, I need this.

Elegant rose oud for the introvert. Great scent yet so intimate that it is an outlier for the scent profile. Rose oud for the agoraphobic. Scent 9/10 Extreme finesse. Sillage 4/10 Disappointment. Value 3/10.

It is impossible for me to be objective with this review as this is my single favourite fragrance. Oud and rose done absolutely perfectly, there is not a single this I would personally change in this.

For the first edp from Hermes, it’s really good ! Oud & roses. It’s unique ? Idk. Old fashioned ? Maybe. Try yourself Edit : the dry down is really perfect

Beautiful Rose fragrance with soft leather accord, but no oud there. Much longer longevity comparing to other perfumes from the same line.

Oud Alezan is a sweet-woody mysterious fragrance. It's very rosewater-forward on me, but with a restrained element one would expect. It's heady, but not overbearing. The smell makes me think of something festive and joyous, like a dinner party amongst friends. Oud Alezan definitely has presence. You can tell this one is an EDP versus and EDT as it lasts significantly longer than most of the Hermessences. While still intimate, the sillage is also a little bit broader than some of the others; people smell this one on me much more often than the EDTs. I (male) find this to be slightly feminine-leaning and sweet, but still unisex (and I wear it). This is also one where the cap color isn't a great representation of the scent, which I would put at more of a blushy pinky tan color. If you want a mature, smart kind of sweet scent with some lasting power, this one is worth checking out. Note that as an EDP, it's a bit more expensive than the others in the line.

I like this one a lot. Yes, it quite rosy but that’s ok. I love how big and bright the rose water/oud combo opens the perfume. The oud here is more subtle than other oud perfumes but to my nose the oud quality is much higher. Oud oils aren’t naturally loud anyway so this tells me there is at least some of the real thing in Oud Alezan. Projection is decent for about an hour or 2 then it softens considerably. On me it lasts about 4 to 6 hours before it becomes mostly a faint skin scent. Still very beautiful though and kudos to Nagel.

In the Philippines, where most rose-oud fragrances can be overwhelming, this is probably your best bet. Calm, balanced, and confident, it never tries to compete for attention or do too much. That’s not to say it’s weak. Four hours in, it still smells like a fresh spray, though it stays closer to the skin. Criminally underrated. If you love rose-oud, this is a must. If you’re just curious and want to dip a toe in, this might be the only one you need. 8/10 ✨

There’s a lot more oud in this than what I was expecting from both the Hermessence line as well as the early comments here. The oud here is of a higher quality than the oud in the LV line of Sables Roses & Ombre Nomad (as would be expected from Hermes compared to LV products). There is however a very strong similarity between them. This is a feminine release.

A light, airy, green and watery rose backed by a clean and subtle oud with no hints of daring and animalic facets. Doesn’t add anything particularly new to the genre, but good for those who want a quiet and non-cloying rose/oud done in a classy and elegant Hermes style

Smells like the typical rose/oud/vanilla/Patchouli combo That was done over and over and over again. But to be honest, it's lovely to smell. Performs nicely Cheers