Amouage
Opus XIII Silver Oud
About
Opus XIII Silver Oud by Amouage is a Amber Woody fragrance for Women and Men . Opus XIII Silver Oud delves into the depths of life’s contrasts, inspired by Stendhal’s The Red and the Black . This olfactory masterpiece portrays the interplay of confusion, passion, and destruction, reflecting the complexity of human ambition and desire. It opens with an unexpected medley of patchouli, cypriol oil, and Virginia cedar, skipping the typical top note for a direct dive into rich woods. At its heart, precious Oud Assam dances with Madagascar vanilla, creating a dynamic contrast of intensity and softness. The base lingers with smoky birch, ambrarome, guaiac wood, and castoreum, leaving a bold, dark sillage. Perfect for those who appreciate profound, narrative-driven fragrances, Opus XIII Silver Oud is a statement of strength, complexity, and refinement. Release Year: 2021 Concentration: Eau de Parfum Nose: Cécile Zarokian
**Amouage Opus XIII Silver Oud** opens with a dry, almost mineral accord: smoky cypriol and cool cedar feel like silvered wood dust suspended in the air. After a few minutes the fragrance darkens, and the oud grows denser, with a leathery nuance and a quiet resinous incense shadow. Patchouli adds earthy depth, while amber rounds the composition without turning it sweet. On skin it stays composed and строгий in character: this is not a loud oud, but a carefully measured one with clean edges and a soft smoke. Closer to the drydown, vanilla appears, though it feels more creamy and dry than dessert-like. Musk and sandalwood leave an even, warm trail that sits close to the skin without losing its tension. It opens especially well in cool weather and feels most expressive in the evening, when a calm, dark woody texture suits the hour.
Top notes
cypriol, patchouli, cedar, bergamot
Heart
oud, frankincense, amber, leather
Base
vanilla, musk, sandalwood, guaiac wood