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Colonia Oud

2012Men

woody up front, then citrus, settling into oud.

Colonia Oud by Acqua di Parma is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Colonia Oud was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is François Demachy. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot and Italian Orange; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Amyris and Coriander; base notes are Leather, Atlas Cedar, Sandalwood,…

woody citrus oud leather

Nose: François Demachy

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Calabrian bergamot, Italian Orange
Heart· 2–4h
Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, Coriander
Drydown· 6h+
Leather, Atlas Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

89%

77%

70%

64%

48%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall35%Winter32%Spring23%Summer11%Night57%Day43%Wears male49%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Colonia Oud smell like?

woody up front, then citrus, settling into oud. Dominant accords: woody, citrus, oud.

What notes are in Colonia Oud?

Top: Calabrian bergamot, Italian Orange. Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Amyris, Coriander. Base: Leather, Atlas Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf.

How long does Colonia Oud last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Colonia Oud loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Colonia Oud best for?

Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Colonia Oud?

Night wear leads at 57%. Day is a secondary pick at 43%.

Is Colonia Oud for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 49% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Colonia Oud?

Composed by François Demachy. Released in 2012.