2. Nawab of Oudh Intensivo

This is the newest addition to my collection, and for a good reason—it has joined it. I remember a couple of months ago when my SA mentioned Nawab of Oudh while I was exploring the house of Ormonde Jayne. What she said while spraying a blotter for me back then was: "Keep it with you and see how much this fragrance evolves." After leaving the store, I really liked what I smelled on the paper, but couldn't recall the fragrance. It's like I couldn't even remember if I had smelled it before. Now I know why... After a few weeks, passing by the OJ display, I noticed NoO Intensivo and remembered what my SA had told me. This time, I made sure to test it on my skin and marked the blotter, so I knew exactly which fragrance it was. And yes, after some time, I knew for certain. It was this beauty that evolved so much, and each step of its evolution was everything I expected. I finally found this fragrance—the one that takes me on a sensory journey, experiencing so much, but not all at once. Just step by step. In perfect doses. I believe it's a HIDDEN GEM, and if you're into fragrance, you should definitely try it out. It's elegant, yet I consider it a perfect candidate for a signature scent. Talking about notes, as mentioned before, this one is a real chameleon. It starts off with citrusy notes—very light, comforting, and tea-like! Then, the juicy rose takes over, and it goes on until you get to smell vetiver and finally, the oud. It's a wonderful scent, and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying it out when you get a chance.

Damn, this is good! On first spray, a bright splash of clean Aldehydes and citrus. The citrus whisps off within minutes to more floral head notes... Likely the Magnolia but definitely a fresh and slightly green dewy Rose. It was at this point I had pause to think maybe this is skewing a little too feminine, but after around half an hour or so, little nuances of warmth started to appear. The Pimento? Cinnamon? Labdanum? Whatever, this pulled the fragrance straight back down the unisex path and into beautiful wearability. As the fragrance reached its mid to base, a soft musky ambergris rounded the experience off nicely. So my overall thoughts? Nawab of Oudh Intensivo is an absolutely gorgeous creation. Airy, diffusive, refined yet it has presence and body. There is a point, just after the florals calm down a little, an hour into the wearing, that this smells like a close cousin of the original Chanel Egoiste (mentioned in a comment below) yet Nawab Intensivo feels way more fleshed out, refined and tweaked to the Nth degree. I'd suggest anyone give this a sample. It's not often one comes across a fragrance that feels so truly well crafted, so 'classy' without smelling old school, and where you actually feel like, for an expensive niche fragrance, you REALLY are getting what you paid for... So, so achingly good. Longevity is easily 8+ hours, projection moderate but a sillage to die for. My batch code is 4101220 - Jan 2022

It says 'oudh' in the title but it's actually for 'Awadh' in India which is where the nawab is from. The nawabs used to govern the Kingdom of Awadh under the Mughals but was later abolished by the British. ⭐Scent. Airy, watery rose. Warm cardamon. I did 5 sprays and wherever I'd walk, it would leave behind a strong sillage. It felt like walking in a fresh, green, rose garden with dew drops on the leaves of musambi trees after it had just rained in spring. On the corner, someone is making Kashmiri pink elaichi chai with tayz pata added to it. I am legit shocked by the contrast of cold and warm. It reminded me of that scene from Satyajit Ray's The Music Room, when all the nawabs are sitting listening to a performance of 'Mian ki Malhar' and there's thunder in the background: https://youtu.be/HsOApwYgzLo?si=u-aH5WxaHJcbhcFH The opening has this citric zestiness which stays on skin but not so prominent in air. It's an airy, 'watery' fragrance meaning that it's light, it's notes glide in the air without creating any discomfort. Very delicate. Elegant. Classy. Also, I feel the name 'nawab' can be misleading as it gives the assumption this is a masculine perfume. When in fact, it can easily be a signature scent for a woman. Nothing harsh, rugged or heavy.

🕌 Salah ad-Din “The Oud of Kings” It doesn’t arrive. It commands the room before stepping in. Opening with cardamom, rose, orange, and just a whisper of smoke — not aggressive, not soft —measured. Like a general who prays before battle, then never misses. The oud? Dry, regal, almost aloof. It doesn’t shout “look at me.” It says: “Remember me.” This isn’t barnyard oud. This is oud that sat in a gold box next to a Qur’an, wrapped in silk and guarded by swords. Aged, softened, but never tamed. The florals aren’t feminine. They’re the gardens behind a fortress. They bloom in silence, under control. This is what honor smells like when it’s worn by someone with blood on their hands but justice in their eyes. He’s not a king because he took the throne. He’s a Nawab because people lowered their swords when he passed. Imagine a man who fasts during the day, writes poetry at dusk, and at night rides into the desert to deal with traitors under moonlight. That’s this fragrance. It doesn’t beg to be liked. It was made to be feared... and respected. 10/10. Not for lovers. For those who carry both mercy and fire in equal measure.

If you guys have experienced Amouage Jubilation XXV before, Nawab of Oudh Intensivo offers similar vibes; it's a truly lovely fragrance. The scent exudes a cozy warmth with a subtle and delightful woodiness. However, it leans more towards the floral and youthful side, in contrast to Jubilation XXV, which is more fruity, dark, and mature. I was fortunate to acquire it back in September at a discounted price of £126.00. Unfortunately, it's now sold out on the official website, and finding it at a reasonable price from online retailers, even with a good discount, seems nearly impossible. In my opinion, this perfume is underrated and can be considered a hidden gem. It boasts a beautiful and charming blend, earning a solid 20/10 in my book. I highly recommend it as a unisex fragrance that exudes class, charm, and professionalism.

My first and still favorite OJ. Beautiful blend of spice and florals. Long lasting morning to night. All day it pops in and out creating more excitement in your surrounding atmosphere. This is one perfume where the synthetic structure has a positive effect on how it wears. While calm, it remains calm. With movement, its ethereal nature springs back to life. Gorgeous. Molton Brown has a shower gel called Flame Tree & Pimento. A shower with that and then Nawab of Oud afterwards is a total knockout combo. They compliment each other beautifully, accentuating the spicy pimento and woody notes, and it’s absolutely intoxicating.

Woody rose and zesty, tangy spice. It's deep and resinous, with the added salty-sweet, expansive warmth of ambergris. It opens just slightly dirty, but very quickly smooths out into something elegant and harmonious. Personally, as a lover of women's vintage "oriental" fragrances, this reads thoroughly unisex to me, with a smooth, neutral elegance that embodies both masculine and feminine refinement at once. It's opulent yet understated; a white marble sculpture in the shadowy glow of a candle-lit room. Very similar to Nawab of Oudh, but I find it a bit heavier and a bit sharper - a touch more resinous and deep.

A true masterpiece masculine rose scent. A lot of people will think it's feminine just because it's floral/rose, but it's not. It gives off a vibe of a 35 year old sophisticated married man with wife and kids. Although I'm a bit young for that, I love it so much that I had to buy it. Luckily I found one of the last samples of discontinued 50ml - new 88ml bottle is a bit much. EDIT: Do not smell this off atomizer!!! It's way too intense and will make you dislike it. Spray from distance and let it spread. Then it's heavenly.

Nawab of Oudh Intensivo is the epitome of sophistication. When I wear this, I feel hot, sensual, classy and ready for the boardroom, or for a date night. The notes are perfectly blended and it is a spicy, floral, woody composition of deliciousness. The projection, sillage and longevity are all amazing. This is a masterpiece and I would love to own a full bottle one day, as this is definitely full bottle worthy. 10/10 😍❤

This is sophisticated, mysterious, airy spiced rose with a soft woody background. It's sweet and spicy but not cloying or overwhelming. Versatile. Can be worn in heat without getting choked out. Moderate projection and longevity. To my nose, it's very well blended, though the name is misleading as there isn't much oud wood here at all, but what we have instead is very nice.

Spicy woody rose scent. It’s ethereal with great diffusion without being dense. It also wafts and in and out in terms of presence. Such a great option to combine with oud incensed clothes. I didn’t even anything in the Ormonde Jayne line up was this great although I didn’t even anything miss out on Black Gold. I’ve worn OJ on and off since ‘09.

Masterpiece! This one is in a league of its own. Versatile, fresh, elegant and in my opinion timeless. Back up bottle worthy. Very pleasing dry down. If you enjoy light vetiver based freshies, this one might hit the spot too. The floral-musk-labdanum-vetiver drydown is magical. I have the 50ml option. Shukran Habibi!

I have the 50ml bottle from 2021. It’s about 95% full. Box included. I can provide batch code and pics of box and bottle . I’m selling it coz I have the original. I don’t need 3 bottles. Message me if you’d like to buy it. I will also put it on Mercari. You can check out my 100% positive reviews on Mercari.

can't feel sexier wearing any other fragrance in the world. i don't know about the new batches, but the version i have is exactly how a man should smell like. clean, sexy and in control. the absolute perfect fragrance was "the" ormonde jayne nawab of oudh intensivo. please make it great again.

This is not a beast mode fragrance, it lasts long but projects just above moderate.1. Nawab of oud has the same performance and it had more floral(rose) side effect.2. Nawab of oud intensivo(50ml bottle %42) is less floral. I loved the 1. nawab of oud more but this one is great, too.

This fragrance is insane! It's my 2nd Ormonde Jayne perfume, and I think this one's gotta be the best. The opening starts citrusy for a few seconds, then it turns into something heavenly. Worth noting that this is a blind buy, which I have become quite good at.

The 50 ml version was an absolute masterpiece and a winner in terms of depth, complexity, intensity, value for money and general appeal. Sadly, the new 88 ml version is a faint memory of the past glory. I will cherish every drop of my 50 ml bottle.

This is THAT GOOD SHIT. Unlike anything else I've smelled. Props to Geza Schoen for taking a spiced rose oud fragrance and making it juicy, uplifiting, and effervescent. Ethereal perfume that's on another level.

Sophisticated and smells like old money. Pleasing scent profile that also blossoms in summer heat. Good sillage and leaves a nice scent trail. Issue are longevity and projection. Shukran Habibi!

I love this! A pleasant fragrance. It does perform. More than12 hours longevity and fill the room too. Although not as beast as Interlude or BR540. 9.75/10