Paris Corner 2021

Ministry of Oud Strictly Oud

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Opens warm and resinous with Rose, Saffron, and Incense settling into a spiced, ambered heart of Agarwood (oud) and Patchouli over a deep, enveloping base of Amber, Musk, and Sandalwood.

The bloodline

The NightFrédéric MalleStrong

This bottle carries the The Night DNA. Shares 6 notes with the original.

saffronroseagarwood oudincenseambermusk

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with The Night by Frédéric Malle. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
winter
Wear for
evening
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Ministry of Oud Strictly Oud bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

HoneyedResinousWoodyAnimalicCamphoraceousCleanCreamyEarthy

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2021

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Ministry of Oud Strictly Oud is widely considered inspired by Frederic Malle The Night, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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