Carolina Herrera

True Oud

True Oud by Carolina Herrera is an unisex eau de parfum in the luxury price tier. It opens with freesia and saffron, moves into osmanthus and jasmine and dries down to sandalwood and patchouli. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

• Freesia Crisp, slightly peppery floral. Clean and a bit synthetic in a good way.
• Saffron Leathery, medicinal and slightly metallic. The signature of modern niche.

Heart

• Osmanthus Apricot-and-leather floral. Unusual, warm and very wearable.
• Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.

Dry-down

• Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
• Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.

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