Precious Oud by Van Cleef & Arpels
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A floral oud: pink pepper and bergamot over tuberose and jasmine, on oud, sandalwood and vetiver.
Is Precious Oud worth it?
How it smells: Opens with pink pepper and bergamot, tuberose and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to oud and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 77/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 74, versatility 73, layerability 90 and value 74, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2011 · Women
Key accords: Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Tuberose, Jasmine, Oud, Sandalwood
Top Notes
- Pink Pepper
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Tuberose
- Jasmine
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Precious Oud by Van Cleef & Arpels belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A floral oud: pink pepper and bergamot over tuberose and jasmine, on oud, sandalwood and vetiver. Precious Oud opens with Pink Pepper and Bergamot. The heart brings Tuberose and Jasmine. It dries down to Oud, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
How to wear Precious Oud
On skin, Precious Oud by Van Cleef & Arpels has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Precious Oud opens with Pink Pepper and Bergamot.
The heart brings Tuberose and Jasmine.
It dries down to Oud, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
What to layer with Precious Oud
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and jasmine.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Black Opium
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tuberose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Precious Oud 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 Precious Oud : 2 sprays Good Girl
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share tuberose, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Beautiful
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and oud.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Hacivat
Pairings to approach with care
Vanilla Nights by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Vanilla Nights brings a fruity contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vanilla Nights on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Vanilla Nights
Provocative Vanilla by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Provocative Vanilla brings a fruity contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Provocative Vanilla on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Provocative Vanilla
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include pink pepper and jasmine.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, tuberose, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Precious Oud?
Precious Oud opens with Pink Pepper and Bergamot. The heart brings Tuberose and Jasmine. It dries down to Oud, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
How long does Precious Oud last, and how strong is it?
Precious Oud by Van Cleef & Arpels has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Precious Oud?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Precious Oud?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply Precious Oud first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Precious Oud : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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