Oud Blanc

This. Fragrance. Right. Here. I don’t think I’ve ever been an oud person. But this winter, my skin said YES. The start was a baby punch, not at all as loud as most ouds. And the fragrance seemed to sashay between notes as it dries down. It was such a lovely experience that I had to buy it. @Serene River below said everything that came to my mind when I tested this perfume in store and then on my skin overnight. Testing it on my skin overnight only solidified my awe of the perfume. Whenever I woke up or shifted positions I would catch a whiff of delicious, creamy, smoky vanilla and fruit. And the fruit is not obtrusive or adolescent - it’s like having charcuterie and when you make your cheese and meat cracker you add the slightest dab of fig preserve for a soft but present sweetness. I can’t believe I’m saying this but this fragrance could very well be a staple & signature for me! And I’ve been searching for years. I have no idea how it will perform in spring - I guess we will just have to find out if I don’t finish it before then 😂.

The first sniff was nothing special, the second sniff and I was hooked. Its powderyness and oudness are so nice, it's creamy like the santal blanc from Van Cleef & Aprels but this oud fragrance is leaning towards more masculine and has such a summer fresh scent to it. Truly a remarkable blend. I have tried some other white musk oud blends and this one stands out the best, very savoury.... a definite win 9/10, but I am not giving it a 10/10 because I feel it doesn’t change after a awhile, it stays the same but I half expected it to change into something better than it already is. Now looking at the ingredient list I notice the aldehydes that I thought I hated in fragrances but it simply smells amazing in this blend. And I smell the smokiness that comes from the incense. A beaut. Definitely for those who like something Vanille type but not overwhelmingly sweet fragrances, but more of a balanced creamy smoky ones. I guess the creaminess feel comes from the white musk, really works great in this blend.

Usually I’m not a fan of Oud, but the sweetness in this fragrance sold me. Heavy, sweet vanilla at first, and dries down to expose more smooth Oud and subtle rose. I sprayed more of this than I would have liked, and it is most definitely a fragrance for wintertime. The scent is simultaneously sharp and smooth, and surprisingly isn’t too overwhelming for me, as I’m usually not a fan of things that are too too sweet on my skin. The vanilla compliments the smokiness of the scent and they simultaneously bring each other out while also making it so that the smell isn’t too intense. Smells to me like you chucked Oud and vanilla pods into a saucepan with brown sugar and let them smoke the melted sugar. Overall pretty nice, but my only complaint is that it can irritate my nose a bit due to the aldehydes and sharper Oud.

I live in UAE, Abu Dhabi where everything is about oud, I'd say that my nose can catch the right real oud among so many "oud" used in perfumes, here, the oud is of high quality synthetic oud that is better than real but commercial oud . The rose is prominent and of a high quality , both oud and rose are tamed by soft musk and sweetened by non edible vanilla , honestly I couldn't pin point the incense but there is a tiny smokiness in it that might be the effect of incense , I really enjoy this unisex fragrance and most of this line of VC&A, chapeau bas Anne Flipo.

This is Oud Bouquet but brightened up by the aldehydes and much more wearable. I wouldn’t say this is a “clean oud” but it’s very palatable. It could be a day or night fragrance and it’s multi seasonal if you spray accordingly. With that said, it’s more wearable than Oud Bouquet but it’s still a pretty strong fragrance. It’s not really similar to Oud Satin Mood, that’s much more rosy, and less powdery. I have Oud Mood, Oud Bouquet and I reach for Oud Blanc the most. I’ve had it for a few years, love it and would repurchase it! The best from Van Cleef imo!

Surprising Oud Blanc by Van Cleef & Arpels created by Anne Flipo prestigious nose of many interesting fragrances by L'Artisan Parfumeur, Jo Malone London and many others. Magnetic, sumptuous, a luxurious boises-oriental fragrance: a grandiose and melodic orchestra that opens onto magical sovereign notes of enveloping and persuasive Oud, corolled by sweet non-gourmand vanilla and creamy accords, unexpected and crystalline aldehydes with an ethereal retro charm follow one another. A wise and prestigious unisex bland of great charm.

Van Cleef & Arpels Oud Blanc (2020) - oud vanilla - a decadent perfume created by #anneflipo that combines woody & animalic Oud with Vanilla. Here, she showcases her skill in creating balance and nuance. Bright Aldehydes create texture, Rose give it fruitiness and Smokey Incense to create a bakhoor-like character to the perfume. One of the best oud-inspired perfumes.

This is by no mean a replacement for oud bouquet but man the opening is soooooo similar which I love then it quickly becomes softer, soapier and smooth, this is not a beast perfume rather a well balanced elegant and sensual fragrance. I'd wear this during the day then top it up with oud bouquet for a night out. I love it!

Wow! I try not to wear this one too often, save it for special occasions. It’s truly a beautiful unisex fragrance. I didn’t think I was a fan of oud. But if this is oud than take all my money because it’s so sophisticated, I can’t get enough of it. Good projection and it lasts a long long time.

I sprayed this as a tester 6 hours ago and it’s still so gorgeous on my skin. I usually like fresh tea notes and this is completely the opposite—but I don’t mind at all. It is such a beautiful luxurious and sexy fragrance. I need a full bottle now!

My signature scent. Sweet, powdery, joyful, a tad feminine but who cares, it smells incredible. It's a great everyday smell, got tons of compliments wearing it. I associate this fragrance with the movie "Roméo+Juliette" by Baz Luhrmann.

Im not a fan of oud as it can come across heavy in a perfume so when I smelt this, I was pleasantly surprised. The sweet note uplifts the oud. You can definitely smell the amber in this perfume too. A very moody, sweet fragrance

Delicate wearable smoky Oud, turned rosy, turned sweet dates. Not particularly new concept but very well done and wonderful projection/lasting power. I'm enjoying it quite a lot in fall/winter!

Oh my lord. I love this.. this is so sexy, didn't expect that. Perfectly balanced.. dark, sexy oudy vanilla 🤤 go try it.. scentalityuk was right. 9/10 minus 1 point for the freaking longevity 😭

A smooth, velvety blend where cozy vanilla and a delicate hint of rose wrap around a refined oud core. It’s warm, slightly sweet, and grounded by a crisp, modern musk. The Ultimate "Clean Oud".

This is one of my favorites from Van Cleef it’s a sweet fresh powdery oud scent with rose I absolutely love it. I will forever buy this. and have multiple back ups.

Love it! Great longevity too. It is practically identical to Oud Bouquet from Maison Lancome. I will probably buy the latter because of the great bottle.

it smells like a more refined version of shaghaf oud, I love this

I blind bought this today and was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the ingredients. They are what you would expect for the price point which is not always the case. The oud is apparent from the very beginning-very smooth and reassuringly persistent but not at all sharp or animalic, along with a wonderful smoke that is nothing to do with tobacco. Very soon, this is joined by a sweetness that I think is a combo of dates and vanilla, and this compliments the smokiness of the oud to create a meditative and tranquil mood. This is deepened by a lovely rose which is not too sweet or dusty. The aldehydes are present to create a feeling of air, adding to the light yet meditative mood, like being in a temple garden. The fragrance settles in this vibe and doesn’t change much, except towards the end it becomes warmer and sweeter after previously being quite introspective and cool. This is a lovely ending, as the smoke wanes and the delicate rose and musk bloom more. Overall, I feel very peaceful and centred when wearing this - safe for work or anywhere. Unisex. Sillage moderate, longevity moderate. This is a high quality perfume and quite unique take on oud I think.

Aldehydic oud from the opening, a fresh, like clean laundry scent with hints of oud teasing your nose. The best is yet to come when the perfume is working on your skin : the balsamic comes out to settle the aldehydic notes, as well as a hint of woody rose appears — I’m barely noticing the rose, so this perfume works perfectly as unisex. The incense present here is woody-balsamic, I can get a hint of vanilla beans in the back, It’s more like a dark vanilla. Sublime. Smells sophisticated and atypical. A clean and refreshing oud. I like this a lot, I don’t have anything like it nor have smelled anything alike. Very pleasant and sophisticated for cold/fresh days or of course, a romantic rendez-vous : he/she will remember your smell. An oud that transports to Wonderland under the snow! _____ Projection, sillage, longevity : 8.5/10 Originality, presentation : 9/10 Quality, value : 9.5/10 9/10