Year: 2014
Notes: elemi, clove, saffron, leather, oud, rose, ylang-ylang, Egyptian jasmine, amber, Virginian cedar, Mysore sandalwood, musk
Being highly reminiscent of Aoud Velvet, Aoud Melody is a creamy oud-based floral-oriental.
With an elegant spiciness, against an almost tropical-smelling floral backdrop, there isn't that much distinction to be found. Furthermore, while the resinous aspect is suave, one is hard-pressed to detect any leather. As the creaminess gradually intensifies, some amber and sandalwood slowly seep in to round things off.
Overall, it's a somewhat plush feminine creation but it doesn't leave a lot to be desired. In addition, the opening is briefly shaky and, like Aoud Velvet, Aoud Melody doesn't always behave well on the skin. However, for lovers of Aoud Velvet (and quite possibly Velvet Flowers and So Flowers), Aoud Melody may appeal.
Both sillage and longevity are reasonably good.
With an elegant spiciness, against an almost tropical-smelling floral backdrop, there isn't that much distinction to be found. Furthermore, while the resinous aspect is suave, one is hard-pressed to detect any leather. As the creaminess gradually intensifies, some amber and sandalwood slowly seep in to round things off.
Overall, it's a somewhat plush feminine creation but it doesn't leave a lot to be desired. In addition, the opening is briefly shaky and, like Aoud Velvet, Aoud Melody doesn't always behave well on the skin. However, for lovers of Aoud Velvet (and quite possibly Velvet Flowers and So Flowers), Aoud Melody may appeal.
Both sillage and longevity are reasonably good.
