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Oud de Carthage by Boucheron
2017 • Unisex

BOUCHERON
OUD DE CARTHAGE

Oud de Carthage opens with an intriguing blend of incense and honey, creating a rich and warm introduction that demands attention. As it develops, the heart reveals the smooth sweetness of tonka bean paired with the resinous depth of labdanum, adding complexity and depth. The fragrance evolves into a robust base of leather and agarwood, where the smoky and luxurious qualities of oud emerge, enveloping you in an aura of sophistication. This transition strikes a perfect balance between warmth and intensity, ensuring a memorable dry down. This unisex fragrance is particularly suited for the cooler fall and winter months, when its warm, amber and smoky accords can truly shine. With long-lasting performance and a moderate sillage, Oud de Carthage is versatile enough to transition seamlessly from day to night. It’s an excellent choice for those who appreciate the boldness of oud without overwhelming sweetness, making it a standout in the genre. If you're drawn to fragrances like Tom Ford's Oud Wood but desire something with a richer honeyed nuance, this is worth exploring.

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person Perfumer Claire Liégent
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The opening leans on honey and incense, then a tonka bean and labdanum accord takes over within the first hour. The dry-down settles on agarwood (oud) and leather, giving the composition its lasting character. Expect a reasonable, well-behaved wear — not a beast, not a whisper. Hits hardest across fall and winter at any hour. Most wearers settle on liking it (4.2/5) rather than loving it — a safe rotation addition.

analytics SCENT PROFILE

timerLONGEVITY

8-12 Hours72%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Strong54%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 14.9% SPRING
wb_sunny 10.6% SUMMER
eco 38.3% FALL
ac_unit 36.2% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 44% DAY
dark_mode 56% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

amber 100%
honey 80%
oud 79%
leather 74%
smoky 73%
sweet 72%
balsamic 61%
animalic 61%
vanilla 57%
warm spicy 56%

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