The Time
The Time opens with saffron and rose in the warm register characteristic of premium oud compositions, the spice-floral combination preparing for oud's arrival in the heart. The oud here is smooth rather than aggressive, The House of Oud's sourcing philosophy evident in how the material sits: present and resinous without the medicinal sharpness that low-quality agarwood produces. Amber and sandalwood in the base are the composition's foundation, musk extending the whole accord in a warm, persistent drydown.
Why We Carry This
The House of Oud's sourcing gives their oud compositions a character that generic oud fragrances cannot replicate, and The Time is the most straightforward demonstration: saffron-rose-oud in a sandalwood-amber base, each material at the quality level that makes the combination work. The composition is confident in its simplicity.
Scent Profile
Top notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Saffron, Cardamom
Heart notes: Oud, Rose, Labdanum, Leather
Base notes: Amber, Sandalwood, Musk, Cedarwood
Character
Accords: Oud, Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy, Leather, Resinous
Perfumer: Cristian Calabro
Launched: 2016