There is no oud in "Oud Couture", but the Couture is definitely In. A peach in the opening is one of the best my nose ever beheld, it is not plasticky like so many others (high end niche included), but a luscious, sun-bathed fruit with warm velvety skin that you just plucked off the branch yourself. You smell the delicate fragrance of the skin, and the ripe flesh inside, without either acidity or syrupy stickiness. This peach is soft, plush and irresistible. Red berries and orange add deeper gold and blush hues to the note, beautifully blended, not competing with the peach, but enhancing and refining it. Beautiful! Honey is powdery and non-cloying. Its sweetness is balanced by white flowers, elevating the heart of this composition and easing in the eternal seduction of the rose. Despite its richness and sweetness the fragrance is surprisingly light on the nose, and, being very much visible, it is light and gossamer-like. Tartness of the berries is brought up to the fore by the sandalwood and ambroxan in the base, as if adding a wink to otherwise a most romantic and elegant character. If I have not had the bottle in front of me I would have never believed that this is a Middle Eastern creation. The notes are refined and exquisite, blending is seamless and brilliantly structured. Bravo! To me this is Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2007 Couture collection - multicolour florals of late-Victorian and early Belle Epoque (the Gilded Age for Americans) periods, exuberance without vulgarity, structure without a single framework, femininity without infantility. I am befuddled as to why "oud" is mentioned at all, for there is not a hint of it...It will be one of the biggest mysteries of the perfumery to me. But never mind the name, after all, - it does not make the perfume. This perfume is made by itself and it justifies the "Couture" part in every delicate whiff, languishing vapour and mesmerising aura of itself. Oh, I shall enjoy it so much this Spring and Summer, feeling as an unseen character in "Pond with Water Lilies" by Nadejda Kravcova•Ukraine Original artwork, 30×25 cm, 2018.
Oud Couture
Elevate your fragrance game with Oud Couture, a breathtaking unisex Eau de Parfum that redefines Middle Eastern sophistication. Launched in 2023, this fragrance is a masterclass in balance, blending the traditional richness of the UAE with a modern, addictive sweetness. Designed for those who want a "beast mode" performer that remains elegant and airy, Oud Couture is the ultimate signature for the bold and adventurous. The fragrance opens with a vibrant, velvety burst of Peach, Red Berries, and Orange, creating a sparkling first impression. The heart is a decadent floral bouquet of Turkish Rose and White Flowers, drizzled with a rich, golden Honey accord that adds incredible depth. As it dries down, the scent reveals its "Couture" structure: a smooth, creamy base of Sandalwood and Ambroxan paired with Earthy Moss for a clean yet powerful trail. Whether you're heading to a high-stakes meeting or a formal evening event, Oud Couture ensures you leave an unforgettable, radiant impression.