A composition where frankincense, myrrh, and oud converge in the heart, Fragrance du Bois Oud Bleu Intense opens on cardamom, lemon, and mandarin before a benzoin and vanilla base, for anyone.
Oud Bleu Intense opens with cardamom, lemon, and mandarin: cardamom provides warm spice; lemon and mandarin create a bright citrus combination where the mandarin's roundness complements the lemon's sharpness. The "Bleu" in the name suggests a cooler, more refined treatment of oud than a standard heavy oud composition.
Frankincense, myrrh, amber, and oud in the heart form one of the house's richest combinations: frankincense adds a dry, resinous smoke; myrrh contributes a sweeter, slightly medicinal balsamic quality; oud is the deep, woody-resinous core. Benzoin in the base is a resinous material with a vanilla-like sweetness that softens the intense heart; vanilla adds further softness; musk extends the projection. Twelve or more hours on skin.
Oud Bleu Intense suits autumn and winter from evening through night. The frankincense, myrrh, and oud combination reads most intensely in cooler temperatures. A fragrance for formal occasions and dedicated oriental fragrance collectors.
