by Junaid Jamshed
Oudh Al Junaid presents a heavy, bold leather-oud base with prominent woody and musky depth, evoking a mature, upscale masculinity. It opens with a pronounced agarwood (oud) and leather accord, enhanced by a sweet citrus note—likely lemon—that tempers the intensity, creating a smoother, more wearable experience than similar high-impact fragrances. The scent develops slowly, settling into a warm, stable musk and leathery profile after 30 to 45 minutes, delivering excellent performance with a long and often enormous sillage. Its complexity is best appreciated in colder climates and during winter months, where the depth and weight of the fragrance shine without overwhelming. Despite some debate about its origin—some users compare it closely to Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather or Lattafa’s Night Oud, others note similarities to Ombre Leather and Oudh Qadim—the perfume consistently earns praise for its value, longevity, and elegant presentation. The bottle contains physical pieces of oud wood, adding to its luxurious feel, though some wonder if the oud material is authentic. Overall, it’s a rich, statement-making scent ideal for formal or semi-formal settings, where confidence and depth are desired.