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Secret Oud by Caron

Caron· 2009· Parfum

Secret Oud

7.8113Typically ~$188

A smoky scent built around saffron over agarwood (oud). Best in fall, made for dates.

SmokyAnimalGreenSpicyOriental

Perfumer: Richard Fraysse

Scent profile

Top notes

Saffron Green Notes

Heart notes

Rose Nard Himalayan (Jatamansi)Spices Jasmine

Base notes

Agarwood (Oud)Oak Moss

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Spring

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Summer

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67%

Casual

81%

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100%

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Formal

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Sport

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