Orchid Oud by The Merchant of Venice bottle
The Merchant of Venice

Orchid Oud

4.3/5 · 24 votes Unisex 2016
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Character

Longevity3.7/5
Sillage3.4/5
Day78
Night100
Winter100
Fall67
Spring44
Summer44
Our take

Suede and cloves open the door, but the room is already dim. This is a fragrance built for a candlelit table where the conversation runs late and the wine glasses are nearly empty. The leather feels soft rather than rugged, and the spice is a warm breath instead of a sharp sting.

Chocolate and black orchid take over with a thick, velvety weight. Jasmine lifts the center just enough to keep the darkness from feeling flat. The chocolate here is closer to a dusting of cocoa over a heavy fabric than a candy bar, and the flower adds a slight indigo tint to the air.

Oud and vanilla anchor the blend with a resinous grip that stays with you through the night. Sandalwood and musk smooth the edges so the wood does not scratch, while patchouli adds a damp earthiness beneath the sugar. The scent sits near the skin, yet it refuses to vanish when the evening stretches on.

It suits someone who enjoys a scent that feels like a heavy curtain drawn across a window. The sweetness is present, but it is wrapped in wood and leather, so the effect is opulent rather than playful. Wear it when the city lights blur and the air turns

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