Here’s a detailed breakdown of Oud Mood Elixir by Lattafa — what it smells like, how it evolves, its strengths/weaknesses, and what kind of wearer / occasion it suits.
Fragrance Notes
According to Lattafa and several retailers:
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Top Notes: Saffron, Nutmeg, Cinnamon
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Heart (Middle) Notes: Oud (agarwood), Sandalwood, Suede
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Base Notes: Amber, Vanilla
Smell & Development
Putting those together, this is how Oud Mood Elixir tends to come across:
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Opening / Top Phase
You get a spicy, warm kick initially. The cinnamon and nutmeg bring a slightly sweet‑spicy punch; saffron adds a golden, bitter edge. It's rich, sharp at the start, and fairly bold. -
Heart Phase
After the opening, the scent shifts to richer woods and oud. There’s significant presence of suede / leather‑like texture, which gives a rugged, slightly animalic feel. The sandalwood smooths over parts of the harshness, providing creaminess and depth. -
Dry‑Down / Base Phase
Eventually, the base of vanilla and amber calms down the composition. The sweetness from vanilla softens the sharper spices and animalic notes. The amber adds warmth, resinous depth. The result is a lingering woody‑ambered oud perfume, with just enough sweetness to prevent it being unbearably rough.
Character & Vibe
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Oriental, Spicy, Woody: The fragrance very much leans into the “oriental oud” genre—rich spices + woods with sweetness.
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Animal / Leather / Suede Hints: Because of the suede and the oud, some of the “skin/leather” texture comes through, giving it a slightly rugged, sensual edge. Not just clean woods.
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Sweet + Warm: Vanilla + amber ensure that after the sharp opening it softens into something more comforting and warm. It’s not purely harsh or raw.
Performance & Wearability
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Longevity: Decent to good. Many reports say it lasts 6‑10 hours, sometimes more on clothes.
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Projection / Sillage: Strong in the early phases, especially with the spicy/oud leather opening. Over time it becomes more intimate but still present. Some wearers find the opening “sharp” or even unpleasant if used liberally.
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When / Where: Works well for cooler weather (fall / winter / evenings). Special occasions, nights out, or any time you want to stand out or make an impression. Probably a bit heavy for hot daytime use, unless just a small spray.
Pros & Things to Be Aware Of
Pros:
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Has depth and complexity: not just a straight oud + vanilla. The spices and suede/leather texture add interest.
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Good value for what it offers, especially for lovers of bold, spicy‑oud scents.
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Great if you like perfumes that evolve significantly over time: sharp → leathery/suede → sweet/ambered base.
Summary / Who It’s For
If I had to give a nutshell: Oud Mood Elixir is for someone who likes bold, spicy, leathery oud fragrances with a sweet‑warm base. It’s not subtle or “clean” — it's dramatic and makes a statement. It suits evenings, special events, cooler weather, or those occasions when you want people to smell you.