Gucci Oud Gucci

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2014

At a glance

Is Gucci Oud Gucci worth trying?

Gucci Oud by Gucci is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
rose, oud, fruity with Raspberry, Pear, Saffron

The first impression

Gucci Oud by Gucci is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Gucci Oud was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Ilias Ermenidis. Top notes are Raspberry, Pear and Saffron; middle notes are Bulgarian Rose and Orange Blossom; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Patchouli, Amber and Musk.

What shapes the scent

rose 100%
oud 85%
fruity 70%
sweet 60%
warm spicy 50%
patchouli 40%
amber 35%
woody 30%
musky 25%
white floral 20%

The perfumer behind it

Ilias Ermenidis

Ilias Ermenidis

Ilias Ermenidis is a perfumer whose work spans a wide range of brands and styles, from the sporty freshness of Adidas Chill Zone to the luxurious depth of Amouroud Oud Tabac. He created the citrusy Corfu Kumquat for Aedes de Venustas and the classic masculine scent Aramis Always For Him. His portfolio also includes fragrances for Alfred Sung, American Beauty, and Andy Warhol, demonstrating his versatility across both niche and commercial markets.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Raspberry Raspberry
Pear Pear
Saffron Saffron

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Bulgarian Rose Bulgarian Rose
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Patchouli Patchouli
Amber Amber
Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Gucci Oud Gucci

Essence

Gucci Oud is the Alchemist, a master of transformation who blends the sacred and the sensual. The raspberry and saffron top notes shimmer with intrigue, while the oud and rose at its heart speak of ancient mysteries. They are the bridge between worlds, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor rich textures and jewel tones-velvet blazers, embroidered shawls, the glint of a signet ring. Their style is a tapestry of influences, from bohemian to baroque. The fragrance's woody-amber drydown mirrors their love of the tactile and the timeless.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the magic of the unseen, the power of intention. The oud in their scent is a nod to spiritual traditions, while the musk grounds them in the physical realm. They are seekers, always experimenting, always questioning.

Relationships

They attract kindred spirits-artists, mystics, those who see beyond the surface. Romantic partners must be willing to explore the depths with them, to embrace both shadow and light. Their conversations are laced with poetry and paradox.

Lifestyle

Their home is a sanctuary, filled with incense, crystals, and well-thumbed grimoires. The Bulgarian rose in their scent hints at a love of ritual, perhaps a nightly anointing of wrists with oil. They are as likely to spend an evening stargazing as decoding a medieval manuscript.

Shadow

Their quest for meaning can sometimes isolate them, and their fascination with the esoteric may verge on obsession. The oud's intensity, if unchecked, risks overwhelming the delicate rose-a reminder that even alchemists must return to the mundane.

Conclusion

Gucci Oud is for those who walk between worlds. It is a scent that whispers of hidden knowledge, of secrets waiting to be uncovered in the spaces between notes.