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THE BEST OUDS PERFUME TO OWN RIGHT NOW

- BY FUNKE BABS-KUFEJI

Oud has been prized for centuries for its rich, smoky resinous and slightly animalic aroma, but in the last few years and has dominated the fragrance world as an ingredient. Extracted from a resin formed as a in reaction to mould it's one of the rarest and most expensive components used in perfumery, often described as liquid gold. Wearing a perfume is more than just about smelling good and seeming presentabl­e. For some people it is about making a statement and leaving a good impression on others. Finding the perfume that absolutely suits your style and your purpose for wearing one can be a daunting task but with a step in the right direction you can find one that is best for you. Powerful, aromatic, woody scents arent's necessaril­y for everyone, but these few might just tempt you to join the oud bandwagon... and if you ever feel the need to purchase one anytime soon head on down to Alara Concept Store to see which suits your personalit­y.

ARDENT BY BOADICEA THE VICTORIOUS

is an oriental woody fragrance for women and men. ardent was launched in 2012. It is a captivatin­g fragrance inspired by sweet depths of the earth and peppered with delectable floral notes. The combinatio­n of such natural rarities creates a delicate, yet rich scent reminiscen­t of humid seductive evenings in a far exotic land.

SO OUD FAM

Created by the genius of the Mughal emperors, this sophistica­ted fragrance exudes all the charm of agar wood, associated with acanthus.It is an intense vibration of flamboyant red spices blended with the warm woodland tones in an embrace of powdery floral notes.

ROADS HARMATTAN

a sophistica­ted oud fragrance with a light wind blowing through it. warm and seductive with hidden spices, launched with the freshness of lavender, quickly followed by vetiver, oud, saffron and black pepper, combined with heady florals, tuberose, rose and ylang ylang.

BLUE SAPPHAIRE BY BOADICEA THE VICTORIOUS

Inspired by the 65th wedding anniversar­y of Queen elizabeth II and Prince Philip, as well as the enduring legacy of Britain’s ancient Queen Boadicea, Blue sapphire

NASOMATTO BY BLACK AFGANO The

fragrance aims to evoke the best quality of hashish. The black colored perfume is a study in how to arouse the effects of temporary bliss, without all the side effects. rich and hypnotic, with dark and dangerous notes, this is a beautifull­y relentless and utterly enveloping scent. Black afgano is a strong smoke and incense fragrance that is surprising­ly never overpoweri­ng. we can honestly say, this fragrance is dope.

AMOUAGE ‘OPUS X’

This oud was inspired by the internatio­nally acclaimed movie The red Violin, which follows a picture-perfect red violin across five countries over the span of four centuries, bringing passion to each of its many owners. ‘opus X’ focuses on the different facets of the rose to represent the bewitching soul of the violin. Blending together sensual leather, exotic ylang-ylang, elegant laotian oud, and amber, it is both dark and radiant, seductive and subtle – a scent that tells a story as magical as the one that inspired it.

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