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Let's start with longevity - don't put this stuff on if you don't want it to last, longevity is not an issue, it'll last twelve hours pretty well and linger beyond that. You won't even be able to wash it off and if you try to cover it up with another scent it'll just outlast the new one. It's also powerful stuff with good sillage (at first) but subtle too so it's not overpowering, later it's more of a skin scent but still distinct and strong close up.
When it first goes on the most noticeable component is a fairly unpleasant smell which has been described as medicinal (and I can understand why) but to me it smells more like the science labs in my old high school. This initial component lasts for about two hours but gradually the underlying oudh comes through.
I'll give you my best shot at explaining the smell of aoud but remember this is just my impression and I'm attempting to describe the indescribable:-
Sour - a kind of rotten sour (although not nastily rotten); also smooth and mellow; almost woody but not woody; with a gentle sweetness to it. A lovely exotic warm smell neither masculine nor feminine, because it doesn't fit into the western pigeon holes.
I really like it but this is one to wear for your own pleasure just because *you* like it and don't care if anybody else does, many people won't. Not one for the office or formal nights out.
As for price - very expensive! Is it worth it - we'll that you'll have to decide for yourself?
When it first goes on the most noticeable component is a fairly unpleasant smell which has been described as medicinal (and I can understand why) but to me it smells more like the science labs in my old high school. This initial component lasts for about two hours but gradually the underlying oudh comes through.
I'll give you my best shot at explaining the smell of aoud but remember this is just my impression and I'm attempting to describe the indescribable:-
Sour - a kind of rotten sour (although not nastily rotten); also smooth and mellow; almost woody but not woody; with a gentle sweetness to it. A lovely exotic warm smell neither masculine nor feminine, because it doesn't fit into the western pigeon holes.
I really like it but this is one to wear for your own pleasure just because *you* like it and don't care if anybody else does, many people won't. Not one for the office or formal nights out.
As for price - very expensive! Is it worth it - we'll that you'll have to decide for yourself?
