Oud by Acqua di Parma
Brand: Acqua di Parma
Concentration: EDP
About this fragrance
Acqua di Parma's Oud pairs the brand's unmistakable Italian citrus brightness with the deep, resinous character of agarwood. Leather, cedarwood, sandalwood, and musk create a polished, enveloping drydown that feels luxurious without becoming overly dense.
Is Oud worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, orange and petitgrain, agarwood (oud) and amyris at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 77/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 69, reputation 78, versatility 87, layerability 85 and value 69, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2012 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Orange, Petitgrain, Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, Cinnamon
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Orange
- Petitgrain
Heart Notes
- Agarwood (Oud)
- Amyris
- Cinnamon
Base Notes
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Leather
- Musk
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
Oud by Acqua di Parma belongs to the woody fragrance family. A luminous Mediterranean oud blending sparkling citrus with smoky woods, soft spice, supple leather, and creamy sandalwood. Oud opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Leather, and Musk.
How to wear Oud
On skin, Oud by Acqua di Parma has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Interlude Man by Amouage. Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Interlude Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Oud opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Petitgrain.
The heart brings Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, and Cinnamon.
It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Leather, and Musk.
What to layer with Oud
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, agarwood (oud), and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share petitgrain and musk.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Libre
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Park Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Park Avenue
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco 01 by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 01 brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 01 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oud : 2 sprays Tobacco 01
Baked Croissant by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Baked Croissant brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Baked Croissant on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Baked Croissant
Related fragrances and why
- Oud & Spice by Acqua di Parma — Another version of Oud from Acqua di Parma.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, agarwood (oud), and sandalwood.
- Crystal Noir by Versace — Both include sandalwood and musk.
- Libre by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include petitgrain and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Oud?
Oud opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Leather, and Musk.
How long does Oud last, and how strong is it?
Oud by Acqua di Parma has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Oud?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and office.
What layers well with Oud?
Interlude Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, agarwood (oud), and sandalwood. Apply Oud first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud : 2 sprays Interlude Man.
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