Taif Aoud - Sample

Style: Mysterious & Smoky
Projection: Strong (Fills a Room / Leaves a Trail)
Wear Time: Very Long (9+ hours)
Scent Orientation: Universally Wearable, Leans Feminine
Occasion Fit: Special Event, Evening Social
Season: Autumn, Winter
Mood: Confident

How It Evolves

An uplifting start of aldehydes and bergamot gives way to lush, airy rose and delicate florals, quickly joined by subtle spice. As the fragrance settles, deep patchouli and precious oud surface, enveloped in soft musk and resinous facets that echo cool mountain air and sunlit petals.

Inspiration for When to Wear

Fitting for contemplative evenings, special celebrations, or moments when only something distinctive will do.

Who Might Love This

A captivating pick for anyone drawn to floral-woody blends and lovers of rare, sophisticated elegance.

Layering Suggestions

Pair with lighter florals to brighten and soften the depth, or with woody and smoky scents for added richness and intrigue. Experimenting with fresh accords can lend new energy, creating a signature that evolves with you throughout the seasons.

Application Tips

For maximum diffusion and sophistication, apply to pulse points such as wrists, behind the ears, and sides of the neck. Due to the strength and longevity, one to two sprays suffice for lasting impact, while a mist on a scarf or in hair enhances subtler facets. Enjoy discovering how this luxurious scent reveals itself through gentle, mindful application.

Top Notes

• Aldehydes
• Bergamot

Heart Notes

• Geranium
• Rose
• Jasmin de Grasse
• Ylang Ylang
• Clove Buds
• Cassis

Base Notes

• Patchouli
• Oud
• Benzoin
• Vanilla
• Frankincense
• Labdanum
• Musk

Notes Explained

Aldehydes: Lend a sparkling, airy quality to the opening.

Cassis: Offers a tart, juicy blackcurrant nuance.

Oud: A richly scented resinous wood, both smoky and sweet.

Labdanum: Adds deep, ambery warmth with slightly leathery, resinous undertones.

Benzoin: Sweet, vanilla-like resin that smooths the base.