Oud Café For The Scent Of It by For the Scent of It

Oud Café For The Scent Of It

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2022

At a glance

Is Oud Café For The Scent Of It worth trying?

Oud Café by For the Scent of It is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
woody, fresh spicy, amber with Café Expresso, White Pepper, Black Walnut
woody fresh spicy amber

The first impression

Oud Café by For the Scent of It is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Oud Café was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Michael Schrammel. Top notes are Café Expresso, White Pepper, Black Walnut and Bergamot; middle notes are Oud, Iris, Oak, Coffee CO2 and Bulgarian Rose; base notes are Labdanum, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean and Musk.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
fresh spicy 85%
amber 70%
oud 60%
powdery 50%
aromatic 40%
iris 35%
earthy 30%
warm spicy 25%
musky 20%

The perfumer behind it

Michael Schrammel

Michael Schrammel

Michael Schrammel is the perfumer behind For the Scent of It, a brand known for creative and evocative fragrances. His work includes a variety of themes, from the aquatic Eastern Sea Moss to the fruity Forbidden Fig and the tropical Gardenia Colada. He also crafted Black Sails and Blackwood Sun, which explore darker, woody accords.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Café Expresso Café Expresso
White Pepper White Pepper
Black Walnut Black Walnut
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Oud Oud
Iris Iris
Oak Oak
Coffee CO2 Coffee CO2
Bulgarian Rose Bulgarian Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Labdanum Labdanum
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Vetiver Vetiver
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Oud Café For The Scent Of It

Essence

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into extraordinary, much like Oud Café's alchemy of coffee and oud. This fragrance speaks of midnight studies and esoteric knowledge, where bitter and sweet achieve perfect balance. Its layered complexity reveals new dimensions with each encounter.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor rich textures in deep hues - velvet blazers, antique signet rings. Their aesthetic mirrors the perfume's contrasts: a modern loft filled with curiosities, a laboratory notebook beside rare incense. Every element tells a story of transformation.

Philosophy & Values

They seek hidden connections and believe in the magic of patience. The fragrance's slow evolution from pepper to labdanum reflects their appreciation for processes. Knowledge is pursued not for prestige but for its own sake.

Relationships

They attract fellow seekers, though few match their intensity. Romantic partners must appreciate their nocturnal habits and sudden inspirations. Conversations often turn to obscure philosophies or forgotten arts.

Lifestyle

Their nights involve single-origin coffee tastings and translating ancient texts. The strong sillage suits their dramatic presence in dimly lit spaces. A collection of oddities lines their shelves - each with a carefully documented provenance.

Shadow

Their obsession with depth can lead to isolation, like the perfume's initially challenging oud note. There's risk of losing themselves in abstraction, missing life's simple pleasures. The tonka bean base hints at sweetness they sometimes intellectualize away.

Conclusion

Oud Café perfectly captures the Alchemist's essence - a bridge between worlds, turning base notes into gold. It's a scent for those who find enchantment in the spaces between waking and dream.

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