Oud Wood

★★★★★Editorial rating 4.5/5 · How we rateEau de Parfum · 50 ml

Oud Wood by Tom Ford is all about dry woods and refined, earthy depth. Rosewood, cardamom and Sichuan pepper in the opening; oud, sandalwood and vetiver at the heart; tonka bean, vanilla and amber in the base. With medium sillage and 7–9 h longevity, it shines best in the evening and in winter. Timeless and easy to wear on almost any occasion.

Fragrance family
Woody
Longevity
7–9 h
Sillage
Medium
For
Unisex
Where to buy
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How Oud Wood unfolds on the skin

A perfume evolves on the skin, from the first spray to hours later. Here is what to expect from Oud Wood at each stage.

Top notes
0–15 min
RosewoodCardamomSichuan Pepper
Heart notes
15 min – 2 h
OudSandalwoodVetiver
Base notes
2 h onwards
Tonka BeanVanillaAmber

A good match if…

✦you like woody and earthy fragrances
✦notes such as rosewood and tonka bean appeal to you
✦you want a fragrance to wear in the evening, especially in winter
✦medium sillage and 7–9 h longevity matter to you
Our rating

How we rate Oud Wood

Our editorial rating summarises the fragrance profile, versatility, performance and how well-known a scent is. These are the facts it is based on:

  • Scent profileWoody and earthy
  • Longevity7–9 h
  • SillageMedium
  • Versatilityin the evening, on special occasions
  • ConcentrationEau de Parfum · 50 ml

All facts come from the documented fragrance profile. How we turn them into a rating is explained in How we rate.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Oud Wood

How long does Oud Wood last?

Oud Wood lasts about 7–9 h on the skin. Its sillage is medium; longevity can vary with skin type, how much you apply and the weather.

What are the notes of Oud Wood?

Oud Wood opens with rosewood, cardamom and Sichuan pepper, followed by oud, sandalwood and vetiver at the heart, and settles on tonka bean, vanilla and amber in the base. The overall character is woody and earthy.

Which season suits Oud Wood?

Oud Wood shines best in winter. It is mainly worn in the evening, in line with its scent profile.

Is Oud Wood a day or an evening fragrance?

Oud Wood is more of an evening fragrance. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the woody fragrance family.

Where can I buy Oud Wood?

Oud Wood is available at amazon.co.uk. Prices change daily, so check the current price directly in the shop.

Which fragrances are similar to Oud Wood?

We do not list a direct counterpart for Oud Wood in our guide yet. Fragrances with the same scent direction and key notes are the closest match, and our full list makes them easy to compare.

Woody and earthy