Ardent Oud The Merchant Of Venice

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2015

At a glance

Is Ardent Oud The Merchant Of Venice worth trying?

Ardent Oud by The Merchant of Venice is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
fresh spicy, woody, aromatic with Cardamom, Black Pepper, Bergamot

The first impression

Ardent Oud by The Merchant of Venice is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men. Ardent Oud was launched in 2015. Top notes are Cardamom, Black Pepper, Bergamot and Carrot; middle notes are Cypress, Chamomile, Saffron and Patchouli; base notes are Balsam Fir, Vetiver, Olibanum and Allspice.

What shapes the scent

fresh spicy 100%
woody 85%
aromatic 70%
warm spicy 60%
earthy 50%
conifer 40%
fresh 35%
amber 30%

The perfumer behind it

Unknown Perfumer

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cardamom Cardamom
Black Pepper Black Pepper
Bergamot Bergamot
Carrot Carrot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Cypress Cypress
Chamomile Chamomile
Saffron Saffron
Patchouli Patchouli

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Balsam Fir Balsam Fir
Vetiver Vetiver
Olibanum Olibanum
Allspice Allspice

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Ardent Oud The Merchant Of Venice

Essence

Ardent Oud channels the Mystic archetype, drawing others into its enigmatic depths. The interplay of smoky oud, spicy cardamom, and earthy vetiver evokes a seeker of hidden truths, one who moves between worlds with quiet intensity. This fragrance is a meditation in motion, revealing layers like peeling back veils of wisdom.

Style & Aesthetic

They wear flowing silhouettes in rich, dark textures-cashmere wraps, linen tunics, and handcrafted leather. Their aesthetic is elemental, favoring raw stones, aged brass, and symbols that hint at the esoteric. Every piece tells a story, inviting curiosity without explanation.

Philosophy & Values

They value intuition above dogma, seeking meaning in the spaces between words. Their philosophy embraces paradox: light within darkness, stillness within movement. They trust the unseen, finding solace in rituals that bridge the mundane and the mystical.

Relationships

They attract kindred spirits but guard their solitude. Conversations with them are rare and profound, often leaving others transformed. Romantic connections are intense but fleeting, as they resist being anchored to any one path or person.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by solitary walks, candlelit study, and the careful blending of teas or incense. They might be found in dimly lit libraries or at the edges of bustling markets, always observing, always listening.

Shadow

Their shadow risks detachment, becoming so lost in abstraction that they neglect the tangible. The saffron and chamomile in the scent suggest a need to occasionally return to warmth, to let the world in rather than always transcending it.

Conclusion

Ardent Oud is for those who wear mystery as a second skin. Like the Mystic, it does not shout but whispers, drawing the curious closer-and leaving them forever changed.