Oudain
عودين
Lattafa / لطافة

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7.1 / 10 72 Ratings

A perfume by Lattafa / لطافة for men. The release year is unknown. The scent is woody-smoky. Projection and longevity are above-average. The production was apparently discontinued.

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Main accords

Woody

Smoky

Oriental

Spicy

Sweet

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Orange

Saffron

Heart Notes

Amber

Caramel

Base Notes

Tonka bean

Vanilla

Ratings

Scent

7.172 Ratings

Longevity

8.769 Ratings

Sillage

8.168 Ratings

Bottle

7.775 Ratings

Value for money

8.869 Ratings

Submitted by Zielperson, last update on 19.04.2024.

Reviews

6 in-depth fragrance descriptions

10/01/2023

10
Pricing 6
Bottle 10
Sillage 10
Longevity 7.5
Scent

ParfümeurDK
1 Review

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ParfümeurDK

Helpful Review 8

Dirty hardcore oriental that needs some start-up time.

As the title suggests, I was at the beginning anything but enthusiastic about this fragrance. Nevertheless, I have been tempted to a blind purchase because here some were able to smell a similarity to Alexandria 2 and he was available for 20 euros at the time.
The bottle itself makes a robust impression with stable lid made of wood which makes a valuable impression. The sprayer itself generates a good spray mist, but he spills a little what in my case residues on the spray neck generates the fast times can run down the bottle, or land on the finger. Not so great.
Now to the fragrance.
As already mentioned below in a small statement of mine, he starts very violently with smoky chords, which remind of burnt spices as I find. The car tire / rubber associations I can not confirm here, but he remains in the first half hour very violent and anything but pleasing with headache potential for the immediate environment.
Only after this half hour, it becomes somewhat rounder and less harsh from the saffron fired, he remains but always on a somewhat "dirty" side what this workshop associations with one or the other has generated. It comes in the further course sweet notes that go quite clearly in the direction of tonka bean, vanilla and also gourmandiger direction of caramel. The smoke remains, but through the sweet addition, the fragrance only gets its certain something which then makes him appear more pleasing. Even in drydown, this is not for the faint of heart. He simply goes forward and over a very long period....
This is exactly the issue that needs a special mention!
This fragrance lasts 36 HOURS on my absorbent skin!
Mind you, close to the skin. Nevertheless, despite this fragrance offers 12 hours of above-average radiance that is always present, even for one.
Thus, this is the strongest fragrance in my collection, because an experiment with the Air Tiger and the Megamare I independently on different days times drüber gesprüht it came with both to the same result: the Oudain came after completion of the services of these fragrances always through, even after 2x showers!
So as already said in the statement he is not to get off the skin!!!
To all who want to dare so what, dare! He needs some time to please, reminds me personally NOT of Alex 2 and is for lovers of long-lasting and Performancestarker Oriental an underrated cheapy!

01/14/2024

8
Pricing 10
Bottle 6
Sillage 8
Longevity 9
Scent

Elysium
817 Reviews

Elysium

Top Review 3

Sweet Candied Orange Peels And Creamy Ephemeral Oud

Sometimes, people enjoy despising and confusing things without sense, without reason, without thinking twice. Just to make something appear horrible and disgusting that is delicious, pleasant and kind. And so, Oudain is an unjustly despised and underestimated fragrance; above all, it is unique. First of all, despite its name, Oudain, or a mixture of two ouds in Arabic, the presence of oud here is very modest, ephemeral, and almost imperceptible. If present, we find ourselves in a refined and cleaned oud without any or faecal. The two ouds used need to be better specified. Still, I think that the presence of white oud is minimal or absent, which despite its name, is not soft and sweet but has evocative implications, incredibly salty, with an animalic, humid, smoky undertone, similar to a fallen tree trunk decomposing in the woods, with its microcosm of mosses, lichens, umbrellas, moulds, and mushroom. Here we are in the presence of a liqueur oud, reconstructed through the dark notes of saffron, vanilla, a mixture of warm spices and salty amber. Expect oudy accord different from Lattafa Oud Mood series. The bottle is elegant and refined, with a genuine wood cap, golden writing around the glass and a beautiful enamelled decoration on the top. The fluid inside is a dark amber, caramelized colour, like that of cognac.

When I first smelled it, I immediately thought of Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud, and it might happen to you too if you own both perfumes because of that thick and syrupy, slightly medicinal odour the same colour as the appearance fluid, but then the two scents quickly diverge. As Oudain grows, it becomes less musky, less balsamic and more creamy.

Oudain is mainly a perfume from the woody and spicy family, with some leathery facets, and announces itself with an alcoholic and liqueur explosion, rich in orange peel and saffron flowers drowned in alcohol, which creates an intense aroma very similar to a spicy Cognac. On the bottom, you can perceive a leathery veil, sweetish but not nauseating. It's a bit smoky, slightly syrupy, almost medicinal leather. And the orange, its peel is candied, dried, with a scent so intense that it fills the nostrils. It is not a citrusy and fresh orange like a juice, but something darker and more gourmand, like the small peels we find in desserts and jams or those dried orange slices in potpourri and decorations. The opening is balanced, with the spicy, sweet and liqueur accords well-balanced and not annoying.

The more it grows, the darker and more mysterious it becomes, giving off salty, burnt and caramelized notes. Underneath is a bitter layer, thick and sticky like blackstrap molasses. The presence of cinnamon among the spices should not be used exaggeratedly but should always be well-dosed. A powdery veil appears after the scent has lingered on the skin for a while. Maybe there's a touch of iris or violet leaves, but nothing too powdery, more like the dusty powderiness that black vanilla pods give us.

The sweet and velvety accords of coumarins occupy all the space in the passage from the heart to the base. The vanilla is powdery and creamy, almost decadent, and the tonka adds that toasty, slightly nutty feel. For all the following hours, a creamy and woody aura remains, soft and sweet, warm and enveloping, without smoky or animalic traces.

Oudain is an oriental, spicy, warm fragrance that fits perfectly into an autumn and winter context when temperatures drop. In the first hours, the projection is high, with its boozy and liqueur touch, but gradually fades towards a hint of creamy and sweet skin. The longevity is impressive, especially on fabrics; it lasts until the next day and beyond. Overall, projection and sillage are good, while longevity is excellent. If worn in the colder months, a few sprays make it ideal from morning to late afternoon, while a few more sprays guarantee an outstanding and impressive result during a special evening, an event, or a dinner. Not excellent at projection, it is quiet and, therefore, does not disturb people nearby. For those who appreciate compliments, Oudain receives many unexpected ones, even when we feel like we can't hear him anymore. Do I like this perfume? Yes, it's absolutely my style.

I'm formulating my opinion on a bottle I've owned since January 2024.

-Elysium

12/30/2022

9
Pricing 5
Bottle 8
Sillage 9
Longevity 7
Scent

Lorenzobr
31 Reviews

Lorenzobr

Very helpful Review 4

Do not rely on notes!

I would advise to not rely on notes when it comes to this fragrance.
From the notes listed, you would expect a sweet and sugary fragrance, but it's actually the opposite.
It's a smoky, heavy, and powerful fragrance in perfect arabic style :-)
I also detect a synthetic oud or some animalic note, even though it's not mentioned anywhere (so I could be wrong..)
In terms of performance, the sillage is not particularly strong but the longevity is impressive, especially on clothes.
Overall, I would not recommend to blind buy this fragrance unless you are used to heavy scents, sample it first!

11/23/2023

7
Pricing 7
Bottle 9
Sillage 8
Longevity 5
Scent

HlmutHrdcre
10 Reviews

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HlmutHrdcre

Burnt down cowshed

I blind ordered 12 Lattafa fragrances at once (Blackweek offers). Liked all but this one. When I sprayed it on, it immediately teleported me to a torched cowshed. Way too smoky and just musty and too coarse-animalic. The longevity is (unfortunately) above average and the sillage almost made my wife banish me to the garden shed. Caramel or vanilla doesn't come through here at all. Perhaps it simply needs to mature as it probably comes from a very fresh badge. But otherwise my first real bad buy.

11/28/2023

Javijabs
10 Reviews

Javijabs

When Your Nose Confuses Perfumes

For those who are of the opinion that this particular perfume bears a resemblance to the distinguished Oud Stars - Alexandria II, it might be an opportune moment to ponder over the state of their olfactory faculties. The suggestion to seek an otolaryngologist's expertise is not made lightly. This is a realm where the subtleties of scent play a crucial role, and the ability to discern these nuances is not just a matter of personal preference, but also a testament to the health and functionality of one's sense of smell.

Oud Stars - Alexandria II, known for its unique and complex aroma, sets a high bar in the world of fragrances. Its distinctive blend of scents creates an olfactory experience that is not easily replicated. Therefore, equating another perfume with such a renowned scent might indicate a misjudgment, or perhaps, a more concerning issue with one’s olfactory perception. An otolaryngologist, specializing in the ears, nose, and throat, is adept at diagnosing and treating conditions related to these areas, including those affecting the sense of smell.

A visit to such a specialist could reveal a range of possibilities. It might be a simple case of nasal congestion affecting the ability to smell accurately, or it could be indicative of a more complex condition like anosmia, the loss of smell. Either way, understanding the root cause is essential for anyone who values the intricate world of scents and their ability to appreciate them fully.

In a more humorous light, the suggestion to consult a medical professional over a perfume comparison may seem exaggerated. However, it underscores the importance we place on our sensory experiences and how they shape our interaction with the world. After all, the world of fragrances is rich and varied, and fully experiencing it requires a keen and healthy sense of smell.

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