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Oud Malaki by Chopard
2012 • Men

CHOPARD
OUD MALAKI

Oud Malaki opens with a compelling blend of artemisia, lavender, and grapefruit, creating an intriguing freshness that is both aromatic and slightly citrusy. As it develops, the heart reveals a rich combination of leather, tobacco, and spices, adding a warm, robust character that speaks to its masculine essence. Finally, the fragrance settles into a deep, resonant base of agarwood, dark woodsy notes, and ambergris, imparting an animalic warmth that lingers with an understated sophistication. This fragrance is best suited for men who appreciate bold scents, making it ideal for the colder months of winter and fall. Its moderate longevity and sillage ensure it won't overwhelm but will still leave a memorable impression during evening outings. Oud Malaki stands out in the world of niche fragrances, particularly for its masterful balance of tobacco and oud. If you favor scents that are rich and complex, yet remain approachable, this one deserves a place on your shelf, much like a fine leather jacket that gets better with age.

Community Rating
4.3
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person Perfumer Dominique Ropion
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The opening leans on grapefruit and lavender, then a tobacco and spices accord takes over within the first hour. Agarwood (oud), dark woodsy notes, and ambergris carry the base, which is where the wear ultimately lives. It wears close to skin but lasts; better suited to office or intimate settings than crowded rooms. Lives in the winter-to-fall window with a nighttime tilt. Community sentiment is consistently positive (4.3/5 across 12,211 votes) — a low-risk pick.

timerLONGEVITY

8-12 Hours66%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate42%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 18.3% SPRING
wb_sunny 6.3% SUMMER
eco 34.6% FALL
ac_unit 40.8% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 34% DAY
dark_mode 66% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

tobacco 100%
oud 88%
woody 85%
warm spicy 78%
animalic 72%
leather 71%
sweet 71%
fresh spicy 70%
amber 68%
aromatic 64%

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