Oud & Spice by Acqua di Parma

Brand: Acqua di Parma

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Oud & Spice balances the luxurious depth of oud with bright bergamot, juicy raspberry, and a floral rose accent. Its cinnamon and clove heart gives the composition a warm, enveloping character, while patchouli and labdanum create a refined, resinous finish.

Is Oud & Spice worth it?

How it smells: Opens with bergamot, raspberry and rose, cinnamon and clove at the heart, then dries down to oud and patchouli.

Scent Score: 72/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 69, reputation 61, versatility 79, layerability 84 and value 69, each out of 100.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2021 · Unisex

Key accords: Bergamot, Raspberry, Rose, Cinnamon, Clove, Oud

Top Notes

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Clove

Base Notes

Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Oud & Spice by Acqua di Parma belongs to the spicy fragrance family. A rich, warmly spiced oud wrapped in tart raspberry, velvety rose, aromatic cinnamon, and clove. Oud & Spice opens with Bergamot, Raspberry, and Rose. The heart brings Cinnamon and Clove. It dries down to Oud, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

How to wear Oud & Spice

On skin, Oud & Spice by Acqua di Parma has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9. Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Bleecker Street and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Oud & Spice opens with Bergamot, Raspberry, and Rose.

The heart brings Cinnamon and Clove.

It dries down to Oud, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

What to layer with Oud & Spice

  • Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street bottle

    Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Bleecker Street

  • Bond No. 9 Chelsea Nights bottle

    Chelsea Nights by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and oud.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chelsea Nights on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Chelsea Nights

  • Maison Crivelli Oud Maracujá bottle

    Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share oud and labdanum.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá

  • Maison Crivelli Cuir InfraRouge bottle

    Cuir InfraRouge by Maison Crivelli

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, raspberry, and cinnamon.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cuir InfraRouge on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Cuir InfraRouge

  • Born To Stand Out Drunk Lovers bottle

    Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cinnamon, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers

Pairings to approach with care

  • Zara Applejuice bottle

    Applejuice by Zara

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Oud & Spice has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Applejuice brings a floral contrast to this spicy scent.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Applejuice on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Applejuice

  • Sol De Janeiro Leite Café Perfume Mist bottle

    Leite Café Perfume Mist by Sol De Janeiro

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Oud & Spice has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Leite Café Perfume Mist brings a gourmand contrast to this spicy scent.

    Order: Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Leite Café Perfume Mist on top for gourmand lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Leite Café Perfume Mist

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Oud & Spice?

Oud & Spice opens with Bergamot, Raspberry, and Rose. The heart brings Cinnamon and Clove. It dries down to Oud, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

How long does Oud & Spice last, and how strong is it?

Oud & Spice by Acqua di Parma has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Oud & Spice?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.

What layers well with Oud & Spice?

Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9 is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon and patchouli. Apply Oud & Spice first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud & Spice : 2 sprays Bleecker Street.

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