Oud Suede Cologne Intense

Really nice, warm and mature scent. The name is actually quite fitting as this scent has the deep, rich fragrance one expects from modern oud scents, and the softness and subtlety implied by the suede. This opens up very warm with the oud and saffron shining thru, and traces of woodsy notes. It doesn't evolve too much, except it gets a bit softer and a touch powdery. Thankfully, the lavender and patchouli prevent it from going all out into a powdery, sweet mess, and the scent settles into a very comfortable low-musk with traces of vetiver and oud. Overall, it's become one of my favourites since I purchased it a couple of months ago at the Art of Shaving boutique, and is ideally suited for the autumn and winter months. The only great difference between this and some of the other comparably priced oud scents ($110 USD at the boutique) is that this stays warm and pleasant, almost like a good sandalwood fragrance, and never gets sweet or stale despite its average silage and great longevity.

After stumbling upon this scent during a random stroll of our local shopping mall, I had no idea it would leave such a standout, lasting impression. What a splendid fragrance it is, with a very pure, clean variation on the leathery/suede accord. Smells very much like new gloves, new shoes, or perhaps new car upholstery. But the oud is nevertheless there to give it a woody edge and to keep the entire presentation from smelling too "synthetic" or "chemical." Clean, classy, pungent, and ideal for a clean-shaven, well-dressed mid-30's or older man. Lingers on fabric nicely, with above average projection and longevity. Best for fall or winter months, business/professional or formal. Well done! ★★★1⁄2 out of ★★★★

I happened upon this great, manly scent at TJ Maxx and I feel lucky to have done so once I found out what it goes for from the Art of Shaving website! It was in a gift set that came with the same scented shaving cream, and it was love at first sniff. I don't really pick up oud from this scent, but it could just be my untrained nose. What I do get is a nice and strong leather that reminds me of my Grandpa, in a good way! This scent makes no apologies, and for that reason, you shouldn't buy this expecting or wanting compliments. This is the type of scent that says "I could care less what you like, I know what I like." This a scent for men who love strong smells (and perhaps the women who enjoy them as well).

This is a very nice scent from start to finish. Very masculine. Does have a STRONG leathery/suede vibe. Similar to Rhinoceros by Zoologist, TAOS Oud Suede isn't as strong but the start is similar as it drys it does settle into a nice woody suede mix with very light Oud. Overall an extremely nice fragrance and a must have for leathery scent lovers. ENJOY! .

It smells amazing! Elegant yet casual.