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Armani Eau de Nuit Oud
by Giorgio Armani
Armani Eau de Nuit Oud presents a smooth, sweet, and aromatic oud experience with a prominent rose and cardamom opening, evolving into a warm, powdery, and slightly vanilla-laden dry down. The fragrance feels elegant and mature, blending dark floral elements with subtle spices and a soft, resinous oud note. It is particularly well-suited for cooler seasons, especially winter and autumn, and performs best in evenings and formal settings. The initial projection is moderate to strong, but the scent quickly softens, becoming more intimate and skin-like after the first hour. While the overall composition is balanced, rich in character, and wears with a refined intensity, the longevity is moderate and the performance varies significantly depending on skin chemistry and environmental conditions. Some note the lack of a strong oud presence, describing the scent as more spicy-rose and powdery than animalic or masculine, fitting well within a designer-oriented niche with a rosy, buttery base.
Pros
- +Elegant and mature scent profile suitable for formal wear and evening occasions
- +Balanced and smooth composition with a sweet, spicy, floral-oud opening
- +Rich, warm dry down with tonka, saffron, and iris offering depth and sophistication
Cons
- −Short to moderate longevity, fading significantly after a few hours
- −Projection peaks early and decreases quickly, especially on some skin types
- −Less pronounced oud character than expected, with some users noting a mild or synthetic oud note