7 KILLER DESIGNER OUD FRAGRANCES - BEST MEN'S FRAGRANCES

[@intellocgentmuur6266]

Dolce & Gabbana The One: Mysterious Night...a beautiful Oud, Saffron and Rose combination.

[@bearclaws2934]

Oud smells like very old aged wood, when wood gets to the state near the end of its life, before it starts to rot, it releases very strong potent dense woody essence, thats how I would describe it. Should definitely have at least one of them in your collection.

[@zinknot]

I can kind of see that. But there is something else, I don't know anything to compare it too, there is a sweetness i think. I really love oud.

[@lasagnut4456]

It’s a bacteria that infects the agar wood tree

[@garmarrod]

@@lasagnut4456 *fungus 🍄

[@animationtv426]

@@garmarrod mongus

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

I think living trees probably contain anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compounds and are very resilient. That'll be why bees collect extrusions from them to make propolis. So I'm guessing it's fungal infected dead wood.

[@victorcreed8856]

I just got my tester of Versace Oud Noir, and wow!! Blown away!! And my better half loves it!

[@sorrym8421]

Versace Oud Noir was my first oud and I live it!

[@nickmeyers7879]

I can't convince myself to like it for some reason and I see little resemblance to oud wood I don't get it...?

[@sorrym8421]

@@nickmeyers7879 they are only very subtle similarities. The composition doesn't always work well with people's skin so it probably comes off poorly on your out of bad luck.

[@nickmeyers7879]

@@sorrym8421 yeah I remember it smelling like moldy old clothes or something just sprayed it and now it smells like sawdust and rather pleasant I'm gonna give it a few more chances you can get away with a lot in cooler weather too

[@sorrym8421]

@@nickmeyers7879 oh most definitely. I'd never even consider wearing it in hot weather. It's way more suitable in the cold

[@bryanlynch3623]

I really like this video because I dont own any oud fragrances yet. This video is a big help. Thank you! Thank you for all you do Ash for the fragrance community!

[@Darkony]

Those into oud must, & I emphasize, must try oud from Middle Eastern houses. Occidental houses are still not oudy enough compared to Arabic houses.

[@farmsalot1233]

You could've named some of the houses

[@MTS7140]

@@farmsalot1233 lol, exactly!

[@markchristi2649]

@@farmsalot1233 Amounge

[@vijaykodialbail3998]

Great review! I do have the JV Oud and D & G mysterious night and love them both. I do wear a fragrance if I like it irrespective to designer or niche and in my opinion these are extremely well put together, reasonable, wearable and of high quality!

[@TonyThompson1981]

Just the video I was looking for. As my fragrance collection grows, I'm getting a little bit of every category. But I don't have an oud fragrance yet. And most of the ones I hear get recommended are niche, and I have not leveled up to niche yet. So this is great.

[@GentsScents]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zinknot]

Oud is what got me into fragrances. It's my favorite scent.

[@Det1911]

Tom ford oud wood is my absolute favorite hands down

[@Timecapsule96]

It’s very interesting u post this when I’m new to oud and have been looking some fragrances up, thanks!

[@ascott2168]

Def get a sample of Gucci Oud Intense ! That shyt is amazing af !

[@Timecapsule96]

@@ascott2168 thank you! 😊

[@Tanner0]

It’s like you read my mind. Thanks for posting.

[@GentsScents]

Glad to help

[@kylekarnes4652]

Ferrari Essence Oud is a nice underrated oud. More rose than oud but still nice and strong.

[@jadizm]

Thanks for that recommendation dude. Funny I was just browsing the Ferrari page on fragrancenet when I read your comment. Gotta give a try!

[@nmoddentity8401]

Totally agree. One of my favorite ouds.

[@Fred-ck1gh]

I just bought and tested Chopards Oud Malaki, it's a nice scent but not much oud, but on my skin it's a skin scent within an hour, and longevity and projection is weak on me! Maybe a reformulation as it was hard to get for a while, and then it showed up on every discounter with a lower price! So I sold it, I bought it for €41 for 80ml!

[@victorashul]

24 carat pure gold by lattafa this is very rough, but very addictive at the same time the main things I get are: cinnamon, oud, leather in the opening oud, incense, amber, leather, rose in the drydown this is not a fragrance to go heavy with - it projects like crazy and lasts very long you can get this around 20$ and it's a steal IMO

[@praetorian3571]

Lattafa is very under rated! they have many hidden gems, price performance ratio is out of this world!

[@serpentbourn138]

Dolce&Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud has a wonderfully dry, dusty leathery take on a rather toned down Oud. Worth sampling. Dry down has a significant leather quality to it, and i might categorize it as a leather scent rather than an oud driven scent.

[@bearclaws2934]

Bottled Oud delicious apple pie at the cabin in the woods, if you like Boss Bottled this is a must

[@Dimadome12]

Love the volume level of the background music 🎶 for your review. Nice review

[@komacore]

Black orient is fantastic. Beside smell, it also performs better than standard MIB.

[@Dervraka]

Have you tried any of the genuine Arabian Oud's from the middle eastern houses out of Saudi Arabia, UAE etc? Things like Majestic Special Oud, Aseel, Kashmir, Kalemat, Arabian Knight etc. I recently dipped into the Oud scene when the "Arabian Oud" store opened in NYC (they have online orders as well). They tend to be on the pricy end ($200-$1,500) but unlike most of the western houses, they actually use real oud.

[@liamiranda2750]

Found your video in time for Christmas shopping for my man, would love some 2021 recommendations from you!!

[@dannyc91a]

Gucci Intense Oud and Tom Ford Tobacco Oud are unreal

[@sandrageer8012]

Gucci Intense Oud is the best designer but most expensive! Niche quality!! Best release from Gucci since Tom Ford ran the show!!!

[@louzapantis]

Yes, agreed!

[@UnclePhilCosby]

The only oud in my stash is a clone of Frederick Malle The Moon called Apollo 🤩

[@justinharris620]

Thanks for this. Will try to pick some of these up next month.

[@KK-ef1ow]

Love the hair cut my dude

[@GentsScents]

Thanks Man

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great 📹 and I enjoyed it and I'm going to try these fragrances and have a blessed day

[@nalveyna]

Some real interesting ones on here I've never heard of...great video Ash this one is very informative I'm definitely saving it & wanna sample these scents.

[@kevingunawan4802]

Versace Pour Homme Oud Noir is a Very Nice Underrated Oud Scent Ever.

[@lennonseow90]

Totally agree.

[@lancerichardmorton1981]

Excellent review thanks. I own a few of fragrances mentioned but the BVLGARI black orient mentioned is fantastic, I bought this last Christmas and it's just amazing. I must get gucci intense oud. 😉

[@michaeldevose8923]

i don't have any oud fragrances. I'm researching and sampling. waiting for versace oud noir and m7 samples in the mail now. Your video very helpful.

[@greggraham9785]

Hello Ash, how are you? Outstanding video and list!! I'm just starting to dig OUD!! I'm digging my BVLGARI BLACK MAN ORIENT and you are so Right about it. It's more interesting. Stay safe brother

[@Jamal-10]

Hello my brother i like a lot your chanel Please i need your help i wanna buy gucci intense oud but i heard that all batch code made in Spain doesn't last wich one do you have please? Made in france UK , or made in france new york or made in Spain can you help me please. Greeting from morocco 🇲🇦 Thank you so much.

[@PuddleNutzz]

Just picked up intense oud and it is an absolute banger 🔥

[@easternshine8580]

What year is your bottle?

[@PuddleNutzz]

@@easternshine8580 no idea, the only number on the bottom says 0066

[@PuddleNutzz]

@@easternshine8580 dont think thats the batch code though and didn't look on the box before tossing it out 🤷‍♂️

[@johngregorio9183]

What oud scent does it remind you of or is it close to your nose?

[@TheOudArtisan]

I’ll be surprised if any of these fragrances have actual oud in the ingredients

[@justinedwards5021]

well they advertise they do, and false advertisement is illegal

[@szjuengriffith1089]

Hey Ash is it possible to do a video about niche OUD fragrances please?

[@edwardpack3294]

Ash, per your earlier reviews I picked up M7 Oud, Hugo Boss Bottled Oud, Versace Oud Noir and just pulled the trigger on Chopard Oud Malaki. Love the Oud Recommendations! Thanks and take care.

[@cristianzeitgeist2405]

Hi, between m7 oud and Oud Malaki which one you recommend? Which is more wearable? Thank you very much 🙏

[@hafrverwey6220]

Yeah tell us your verdict

[@edwardpack3294]

@@cristianzeitgeist2405 I haven’t taken delivery of the Chopard Oud Malaki yet, I ordered it today -a blind buy. I love the M7 so much I purchased a second bottle. The M7 is a great wearable scent with an air of high quality. I’ll let you know my opinion of the Malaki when I try it out.

[@cristianzeitgeist2405]

@@edwardpack3294 thanks a lot 🙏🙋‍♂️

[@NovaScents]

Gotta check these out. I am exploring the note of oud lately. Great list!

[@FrankieBeanss]

hey can you do reviews of the Fulton & Roark Solid Cologne please

[@J_M_E_83]

My fave designer Oud has to be Ralph Lauren Supreme Oud

[@Mr-Not-Applicable]

Excellent List! You missed a great one: Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot

[@GondaYitma]

Jo malone is niche house not designer

[@DetroitDon25]

Luv the videos, how about Frank Oliver fragrances?

[@somedude4652]

Great list!!

[@MrJarod2003]

hugo boss oud, when you say they only use a little natural oud, do they then use sythatic perfume in the product ?

[@TimfromChicago]

Love the John Varvatos collection and like yourself not so much with the Jonas line but they tried to appeal to a different crowd. The OUD has a great smell and love the dry down although it comes out much better when first applied. Going to try these others. As always you have the ultimate best reviews and save me a ton of money

[@goatfishing9839]

Now as popular as Oud Wood is, why haven't you done a review of Oud Wood Intense?

[@crn2097]

I just got John Varvatos Oud and Versace too. Excited to try them out!

[@trueskyte]

Yves Saint Laurent - M7 Oud Absolute, absolutely amazing.

[@kennethmazibuko6974]

Hi @gentscents can you review the 2022 formulation of Gucci Intense oud

[@cowboycrunchies]

Great vid Ash, I can attest about Gucci Intense Oud; I had a sample a while ago. From experience it’s certainly divisive but the compliments that stuff pulled was truly frightening with some great reactions. Only thing from preventing me from pulling the trigger is the word of reformulation. I really need to try it again!

[@ascott2168]

Dude, Gucci Oud Intense completely saturated my shirt with that epic smell ! Months later and after washing it of course, I can still smell it on the shirt and in my closet 😊!! Its the $240 price that kills me rn 🥴🥴

[@cowboycrunchies]

@@ascott2168 Distribution had been patchy for months on end. Picked up a bottle for $95 about 9 months ago. Looking at those prices now I’d say that remaining stock has been completely depleted and is deffo discontinued. Shame for such an awesome frag! Honestly just 2 spays from my bottle get me 24hrs projection and compliments! Beastly stuff!

[@ascott2168]

@@cowboycrunchies just checked Gucci’s site and it’s def not on there 🥴. Sad how things like Bleu de Chanel & the 20 different V&R spice bomb scents get all of the attention yet GIO gets little love 🤦🏽‍♂️! I know its all about supply & demand but…ugh ! Its such a masterpiece imo !

[@fragchannel6042]

Chopard oud Malaki and Chopard Black Incense Malaki are great! i don;t understand why it took so long for so many reviewers to try those and see the quality they have! I think the first who discovered and presented this fragrance was that guy from FragReviews and after that maybe Sebastian from Smelling Great Fragrances...

[@vincentcao5547]

Thanks for making this informative video! One of my favorite Oud fragrances was Oud Intense by Tom Ford and its unfortunately discounted.... Do you have a recommendation for a close alternative/substitute?

[@jodee8831]

Hey Ash have you heard anything about Afnan "Supremacy in Oud"?... Im very interested in this one

[@TheRealBrook1968]

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud EDT or Oud Parfum

[@farooqmamoon8044]

I am really digging in john varvatos oud

[@tannerd4879]

Could you do a top 10 vetiver list??? Since it's one of your fav notes I'd be super interested to see what makes your top 10

[@JohmathanBSwift]

Pick up a bottle of Guelain's Vetiver . You can get a tester like I did for under $30.

[@Universal_Craftsman]

Encre noir

[@artvandelay1555]

Now that "Oud Wood" is discontinued can you suggest something that is as close as possible? Thanks!

[@masonb9788]

Ralph Lauren Polo Supreme Oud, Halston Man Amber & Art of Shaving Oud Suede

[@KxC-FK6349]

Versace oud noir isnt that bad, just tried it- and i kinda enjoy it myself. How are the tumi colognes they have one called continuum, that was hard for me to grasp at first but its growing on me

[@Goxyd87]

Can anyone tell me, is Gucci Intense Oud reformulated? Because I have this Gucci at home and his batch code is 01/2021 (made in France) . I do not detect raspberry at all. I heard that a lot of people find raspberry in this Gucci. So i suspect he is reformulated.

[@VishalSingh-mu2em]

gucci intense oud vs versace oud noir. Which Will Last longer

[@mainaman]

Polo supreme oud is my favorite so far

[@brasstacksboxing409]

Is it true versace oud should only be worn in cold weather? I just snagged a bottle, but havent pulled the trigger yet.

[@jingledubz3989]

Lookin sharp there, Ash! I love many of the scents you mentioned here...Man in Black Orient, Boss Bottled Oud, etc. I also love Franck Olivier Oud Touch. Really surprised me for such a cheap fragrance. I don’t get much Oud from it, it’s like the fragrance whispers the word “Oud” as you’re wearing it, but the caramel sweetened smoky incense and rose is really nice the 30 bucks I paid for a full bottle. Anyway, be well Ash! 👍

[@RichardOliver]

Have you tried Franck's Oud Vanille? I have both Oud Touch and Oud Vanille, but I love the wafts of OV I catch when I wear it.

[@lullemans72]

i own bvlgari man in black orient....potentially thinking of getting versace pour homme oud noir, but i wonder if anyone could fill me in on how different they are?

[@marcialsblendshair6088]

In the Niche oud fragrances I am loving OK Fine Fragrance OBO. LOVE IT!!!!!

[@sulaimanaljabari]

Great haircut btw

[@GentsScents]

Thanks! 😁

[@paris.enigma]

Killing it with the videos lately Ashton 🔥

[@georgekontalexis8436]

Hey Ashton could you please do a review on Zara black pepper and cedar wood?

[@bradbutler]

hey Ashton, do you think Versace Oud Noir is a redundant by if I already own Versace man? thanks

[@ufukogul5916]

Hi guys, I like strong ones. So I prefer Tom Ford Oud Wood. But, what do you think about " Juzoor al oudh" from Surrati?

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

Any thoughts, anyone, on Gucci Intense Oud being marketed by Gucci and described as unisex? Is this just because anyone can wear whatever they want (which I agree with btw)? What I mean is, the general consensus seems to be, from what I am hearing, anyway, that it leans towards the more masculine side; I mean, it's being mentioned on this list, right? My mom loves the smell of Issey Miyake Pulse Of The Night (I know it's not Oud) and also Amouage Jubilation XXV Man (I can't remember if that has Oud). She said she would wear them both; she wouldn't care what anyone thinks. Before I spend over a hundred notes on a bottle of perfume for her Christmas, though, I'd like to know whether other people would consider this fragrance as a genuinely, or traditionally, unisex fragrance. Is it actually a little bit more 'feminine', or maybe 'lighter', smelling than the (marketed as) 'men's' fragrances in this list? Or would you put it in exactly the same category or type as the men's (e.g. could the 'unisex' label just be Gucci's attempts to aim it at more potential customers)? PS: Yes, I'm saying she would wear a fragrance that's marketed towards men, so she probably wouldn't care either way, if she liked it, but it isn't her that's wondering about the answer to my question; it's me.

[@haroon707]

Thanks .. Nice review 👌

[@marcialsblendshair6088]

Great episode!

[@SquallMonteZ]

Actually M7 Oud Absolu was renamed. Its now named as M7.

[@leeallen463]

Might try Mib Oriente because I love the original, if I can find it but unfortunately I'm yet to find an oud accord I like as much as the real thing. ( unfortunately because its bad for my bank balance ).

[@drknk2273]

Hey man, which one is better for you, gucci intense oud or versace oud noir?)

[@pradeep_sekar]

Gucci is niche quality, better smell and performance but an acquired taste. Oud noir is more wearable and versatile.

[@honda1084]

which one you pick? im into m7 or gucci oud intence.

[@drknk2273]

@@honda1084 hello sorry just saw your comment , i bought gucci intense oud , i never smelled versace oud noir nor m7 but gucci intense oud , blind buy, no regret , i got alot of compliments , its strong , ambery drydown , and it stays weeks , im serious, weeks.

[@mariuszgrudzinski4962]

My favourite fragrance is Armani Oud Nuit which suits my style but I don't have it. I don't know why🤔Now it's hard to find

[@someonesomewhere8805]

I’ve still yet to smell an oud fragrance. Maybe I’ve smelled it on someone before but I’ve no idea what it smells like so I dunno. Someday I’ll get my nose on somethin.

[@michaelcruze8560]

I was about to pull the trigger on a bottle of YSL M7 Oud Absolute, from Harrods, today. I was told, however, that the newer clear bottle is trash compared to the black bottle release. Any truth to that?

[@bookierourke]

No truth

[@asotcheroumov5577]

Tabacco oud tom ford best scent ever 😍

[@juandelgado3215]

Have you tried Valentino Noir Absolu Oud Essence what is your take on it

[@R0CKSO]

I love Elie Saab Oud and Zegna Indonesian oud.

[@hafrverwey6220]

Hey ash it's been a while since i commented on your vids or even watch your vids because lately it's been rough here, hope you doing a lot better, anyway i want to ask you something, i want to know your opinion on Fahrenheit absolute since it doesnt make it to your list. Thanks in advance now i want to enjoy your vids about your fragrances havent had the time to watch it

[@Iltar]

@gents scents My fav video so far! Thank you :D

[@marcialsblendshair6088]

Happy Sunday!!!!!!!!

[@stefanoschatzipapafotiou4137]

Initio Oud For Greatness , Atkinsons Oud Save The King and Wonderoud Comme Des Garçons! Niche all the way 😁

[@sorrym8421]

Here, let me just sell my house real quick

[@jasonjacomet8734]

Hey Ashton, have you tried Davidoff Agar Blend? It's a really nice designer oud!!

[@Darkony]

Your take on MIB Black Orient vs OG MIB is spot on! Agree with you 💯. Just last week I compared them both side-by-side. BO to me is the winner smell wise. OG did better performance-wise, though.

[@Yanudibraim7111]

Naaa. Black orient has much better performance

[@donvito654]

Big fan here of Trussardi’s Amber Oud

[@serpentbourn138]

Wow! Trussardi's is definitely in a league of its own, and how you feel about intense amber will shape how you feel about Amber Oud.

[@smokinscars1024]

You said Oud Saffron, I know montale is a niche, but try montale oud Saffron

[@bigfoot131]

Santal royal, Oud malaki and Dior homme perfume

[@kartikkaushik3837]

What about 24 gold ??🤔

[@RicknMorty69]

So far Versace hasn't failed me. Want to try their OUD.

[@orlandogonzalez3939]

Heads up. Longevity is 2 hours. No I'm not kidding

[@Ashleybissett]

Gucci Intense Oud goes rancid on my skin for some reason but the opening is great.

[@ahmedkhalid8060]

did u try valentino noir absolu oud essence?

[@BreeZieDoesiT]

Oud satin mood by Kurkjdan. Oud Isphan by Dior

[@umayrhussain2211]

Bought 3 bottles of Gucci intense oud from notino for £60/$80, amazing scent

[@BonitoFlakes24]

Wanna ship one to the US?

[@umayrhussain2211]

@@BonitoFlakes24 😂😂 no way

[@Ijackmighty]

Can you do another discontinued fragrance video

[@JohmathanBSwift]

I like those too.

[@robheinzman148]

Thoughts on Armani's Oud Royale?

[@s.s2999]

I like that one, smells amazing, more of an occasion/formal scent for me though, how is the performance with you? I only get around 5/6 hours which is disappointing considering the price.

[@progressivelibertarianview8832]

Looking for a decent $100 max designer oud fragrance