Here’s a detailed breakdown of Oud Mood Reminiscence by Lattafa — what it smells like, how it develops, and what kind of wearer or occasion it might suit. If you like, I can also compare it to something more familiar to help you imagine it.
Basic Info
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Brand: Lattafa
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Fragrance Type: Eau de Parfum
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Gender: Unisex (marketed for men, but many wear it as a unisex scent)
Notes & Structure
Here are the notes (top / heart / base) and how the fragrance evolves:
| Layer | Notes | Effect / Impression |
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| Top | Rose, Saffron, Cinnamon. | The opening is spicy, warm, and rich. The saffron gives a luxurious, slightly leathery / golden spice feel, rose adds floral elegance, and cinnamon adds heat / sweetness. Some sources also mention fruity or citrus accents (e.g. oranges, raspberries) in some versions or interpretations. |
| Heart (Middle) | Patchouli, Dry Amber (and in some descriptions: bay leaves, nutmeg, caramel, geranium, lavender, etc.) | The heart starts to deepen: more resinous, more woody, more spicy. The patchouli gives earthiness and texture, dry amber adds warmth and a bit of resinous sweetness, spices like nutmeg add complexity. The florals (rose, geranium) keep some uplift so it doesn’t become too heavy immediately. |
| Base | Vanilla, Musk, Oakmoss, Oud, Vetiver. | The dry‑down is rich and warm — oud provides its dark, woody resinous depth; vanilla brings sweetness and softness; musk for smooth, lingering scent; oakmoss gives a slightly green, earthy undercurrent; vetiver adds dry, rooty woodiness. |
Scent Character & Feel
Putting those pieces together, here’s what the fragrance feels like:
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It starts warm, spicy, slightly sweet — rich with rose + saffron + cinnamon. It’s not solely “gourmand” because the spices and woods offset the sweetness.
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Then it shifts into a more resinous / woody floral stage, adding dry amber and patchouli, spices like nutmeg and possibly some green/spice herbal touches (depending on skin).
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In the end it becomes deep, creamy, woody, warm, with the oud and vanilla plus musk and oakmoss giving it longevity and richness. The base is where it lingers and has good projection.
Overall impression: a “luxurious oud” with spicy/floral top, moving into warm woods and sweet‑resins. Not ultra‑harsh, not ultra‑clean — it leans more toward elegant, slightly sweet but with substance.
Performance, Use, and Vibe
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Longevity / Projection: Pretty good. It has enough richness and woods to last, especially in cooler hours. Some reviews say it projects nicely and leaves a trail.
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Best wear: Autumn / winter or cool evenings, but it might work year‑round in milder climates. The warmer base notes come out more in colder weather.
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Occasion: It suits more formal or special occasions, evenings out, or situations where you want to make a strong impression. But it can also be worn casually if you're into richer scents.
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Personality / Mood: If you like oud but want something less harsh, more gilded, more layered — this is a good pick. It gives off a vibe of sophistication, warmth, sensuality.