What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is agarwood (oud). The heart brings rose and elemi resin. On the skin it settles into leather and labdanum. Overall it smells oud and amber.
- Came out
- 2012
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- winter
Essence Oud notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Ferrari Essence Oud EDC
Ferrari is the house behind Essence Oud EDC. It comes as Eau de Cologne.
When in the day to wear Essence Oud
This is more of an evening scent: it shines at dinners, dates and nights out. Its oud side feels cosy and rich after dark. For daytime, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad is a lighter match.
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Which weather suits it
It is at its best in winter. It is less suited to summer. From best to least suited, the seasons are winter, fall, spring and summer. Its warm smell feels best when the weather is cold.
Essence Oud price and value
In Europe it costs about €45, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Lattafa Velvet Oud but less than Montale Paris Oud Edition and The Spirit Of Dubai Meydan.
Its style
The strongest accord is oud (100%), followed by amber and leather. You will probably like it if you enjoy oud and amber smells and notes like rose and leather. Less obvious notes include incense. Perfume fans rate it 4.03 out of 5.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough.
Perfumes that smell like Essence Oud
These perfumes have a close smell: Lattafa Velvet Oud (6 shared notes), Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad (6 shared notes), Montale Paris Oud Edition (5 shared notes) and The Spirit Of Dubai Meydan (5 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad starts from €35.
Quick answers
How long does Essence Oud last?
About 6 to 9 hours on skin.
When did Essence Oud come out?
It came out in 2012.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.