Oud Ispahan by Dior
Brand: Dior
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Oud wood meets a plump Damascus rose: an opulent, powerful woody floral with saffron and labdanum.
Is Oud Ispahan worth it?
How it smells: Opens with labdanum, saffron and patchouli at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and cedar.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 85, versatility 67, layerability 86 and value 85, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2012 · Unisex
Key accords: Labdanum, Saffron, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Cedar
Top Notes
- Labdanum
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Cedar
- Oud
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Oud Ispahan by Dior belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Oud wood meets a plump Damascus rose: an opulent, powerful woody floral with saffron and labdanum. Oud Ispahan opens with Labdanum. The heart brings Saffron, Patchouli, and Rose. It dries down to Sandalwood, Cedar, and Oud.
How to wear Oud Ispahan
On skin, Oud Ispahan by Dior has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Oud Ispahan opens with Labdanum.
The heart brings Saffron, Patchouli, and Rose.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Cedar, and Oud.
What to layer with Oud Ispahan
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli, sandalwood, and cedar.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Good Girl
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share labdanum, rose, and cedar.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Rose 31
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and rose.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and oud.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Hacivat
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Figuier Eden by Armani
Not Recommended · 31/99
Oud Ispahan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Figuier Eden brings a green contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Figuier Eden on top for green lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Privé Figuier Eden
Eau de Gingembre by Mizensir
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 31/99
Oud Ispahan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Eau de Gingembre brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Eau de Gingembre on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Eau de Gingembre
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose and sandalwood.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include patchouli, sandalwood, and cedar.
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include labdanum, rose, and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Oud Ispahan?
Oud Ispahan opens with Labdanum. The heart brings Saffron, Patchouli, and Rose. It dries down to Sandalwood, Cedar, and Oud.
How long does Oud Ispahan last, and how strong is it?
Oud Ispahan by Dior has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Oud Ispahan?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Oud Ispahan?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood. Apply Oud Ispahan first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Oud Ispahan : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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