Fragrance Basics
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Brand: Lattafa Perfumes (UAE) Type / Launch: “Ameer Al Oudh” is an amber/oriental style fragrance for men & women. The Intense version (“Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud”) was released in 2021.
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Concentration: Eau de Parfum.
Notes & Scent Profile
Here are the officially listed notes and how people generally experience them.
| Stage | Notes | What They Give & How It Smells |
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| Top / Opening | Agarwood (Oud), Cinnamon, Nutmeg | Spicy, warm, and a little sharp. The cinnamon + nutmeg lend a sweet‑spicy kick, while the oud gives a woody, resinous depth early on. Some find the opening a bit intense or alcohol‑bright. |
| Middle / Heart | Jasmine, Sandalwood | The floral (jasmine) softens things somewhat; sandalwood brings creaminess, smooth wood undergrowth. This stage tends to be much more balanced. |
| Base / Dry‑down | Musk, Vanilla, Guaiac Wood, Amber, Cedar | Here’s where it gets warmer, smoother, more gourmand. Vanilla adds sweetness, musk gives softness, woods & amber contribute that oriental, woody richness. Guaiac wood adds a smoky/earthy touch. Cedar and amber help anchor the longevity. |
For the Intense version, additional notes include leather, labdanum, geranium in the mid/base, making it darker, richer, more smoky, and deeper.
Character & Feel
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Overall Vibe: Warm, spicy‑woody with a sweet gourmand twist. Think oriental coziness: spices, woods, sweet finishes. It has both “oudy” feel and sweetness (vanilla, sugar) so it’s not austere.
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Mood / Use Case: Evening wear, colder weather tends to suit it best. It gives a sense of luxury and comfort, something you might wear out, to dinner, or on special occasions. It has enough richness that in warm weather it may be overwhelming.
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Unisex Appeal: Though classed for men largely, many users feel it can be worn by anyone who enjoys sweet, smoky, woody scents. It leans somewhat masculine in its woods & oud, but the sweetness tempers that.
Performance (Longevity, Projection, etc.)
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Longevity: Generally very good. Many reviews say 8‑12 hours (sometimes more) of wear, especially on clothes or in cooler environments.
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Projection / Sillage: Strong in the opening; it projects well initially. Over time it settles closer to skin, but the base still lingers enough to leave a trail. Some users report it becomes more “skin smell” after some hours.
Strengths & Caveats
What people like:
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Rich, warm cozy scent with woods + sweet + spices — many describe it as comforting and elegant.
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Good balance between sweetness and oud/wood, so it feels luxurious without being too raw.
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Great value: many reviewers say for the money it gives a lot — good quality, good bottle, strong performance.
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The opening can be harsh or “sharp” — strong spices and possibly synthetic edge for some noses. It may need a bit of wearing in (“maceration”) to smooth out.
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In hot weather, the sweetness + oud can become overwhelming. The richness is better suited for colder conditions.
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Some users feel it’s inspired by or comparable to “Maison Margiela By the Fireplace” (a designer scent with smoky, sweet, woody gourmand notes). If you own that, you may find similarities or prefer one over the other.
Verdict / Suitability
If I was to summarise:
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You’ll probably like it if you enjoy: spicy woods, sweet vanilla/resin notes; perfumes that are warm, rich, noticeable; smoky/gourmand style; evening or winter fragrances.
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Might be less ideal if you prefer: clean / fresh / citrus / aquatic scents; something very subtle or office‑safe; or dislike strong sweetness or smoky chaleureux scents.