[Unique Niche Perfume]
The best perfume for men
- Jo Malone London Oud & Bergamot
Sometimes, you just feel like your day needs something a little more special. A single choice that can add a touch of presence to an ordinary day is perfume. Jomalon’s Oud & Bergamot is a scent created for those moments, offering a unique perfume experience.
Jo Malone London is one of the well-known perfume brands in the world. Even a person who isn’t interested in perfumes may have heard of the brand Jo Malone London. Jo Malone London is a leading British luxury lifestyle brand known for its original and sophisticated and home scents worldwide . Founded in London in 1994 by Jo Malone, the brand’s products are both simple and elegant, with a unique perfume experience for perfume lovers. With its universally loved scents, all the inspiration for Jo Malone’s scents come from nature: floral, fruity, herbal, and woody notes blend together in harmony, resulting in unique and refined scents.
If you have ever had even a slight interest in Jo Malone, you might find there’s something different from what you know about Jo Malone’s perfume. The regular series of Jo Malone is a clear white bottle with yellow perfume. But Oud&Bergamot is different. It has a black bottle. We call the black bottle series “Cologne Intense collection”. Cologne Intense is a collection of alluring, powerful scents that are richer, deeper, and more intense than the rest of Jo Malone’s fragrances. Much like all of our Jo Malone London scents, a Cologne Intense will feature just a small number of ingredients – Cologne Intense fragrance – Oud & Bergamot, for instance, features 10 – so when you smell it, the key ingredients always shine through, and you get that sense of clarity as well as volume. The result? Each Cologne Intense fragrance has a warm, sensual dimension that draws you to it. Hypnotic and mysterious, they celebrate rare and rich moments.
To put it simply, Jo Malone’s Intense collection has richer and more long-lasting fragrances than the original collection. As a bit of a joke, people often say that Jo Malone perfumes need to drench yourself as if you’re taking a shower to make the scent last. The short-lasting feature was Jo Malone’s only but most significant drawback. However, with the arrival of the Intense line, the brand has won back the hearts of fragrance lovers.
Now, let’s get to the main point—what kind of fragrance is Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot?
Olfactive pyramid
Top Notes
Bergamot
Heart Notes
Cedarwood
Base Notes
Oud
Oud & Bergamot was the first Cologne Intense fragrance which was created more than 10 years ago and inspired by the Middle East. Combining the nobility and enveloping scent of oud with the brightness of bergamot, it has become one of the best smelling perfumes for men.
The top note bergamot gives Earl Grey tea its lively character. This ingredient also brightens with its sparkling, citrus freshness. The heart note cedarwood is dry and intensely woody. It creates the brambly aspect in the base of the scent. The base note oud is rich, resinous and dark with animal accents. It mingles with the textural gourmand qualities of praline in the base, bringing intensity and depth to the fragrance.
Personal Impression
Top-Middle Notes of Jo Malone London Oud & Bergamot
“Like lying under a bench of oud wood while watching the falling Earl Grey leaves drift to the ground.”
The opening notes of Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot exude a refined and gentlemanly vibe, delivering woody oud scent. Unlike the typical rich and heavy oud scent, this fragrance carries a light and airy citrus accord. It reminds me of a scene- under the unusually blue and radiant autumn sky, an old gentleman sits on a bench of oud wood, reading a book with a hot latte in hand, while Earl Grey leaves drift to the ground.
Middle-Base Notes of Jo Malone London Oud & Bergamot
“The blend of dark oud and praline that keeps coming to mind.”
As time passes, Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot evolves from being simply gentlemanly to something much more caring and sweet. The deep sweetness of dark chocolate, never cloying, softly envelops the oud wood, creating a sense of order and refinement. The blend of dark oud and praline reminds me of a man who doesn’t take things lightly but is gentle and thoughtful.
Perfect Pairing for Oud & Bergamot
As Jo Malone is known for its Fragrance Pairing, which allows you to create new scents by layering different fragrances, I would like to recommend a few pairing perfumes that go well with Oud & Bergamot.
1. English Oak & Hazelnut Cologne
An enchanted walk. The crunch of green hazelnut. The spice of elemi. The earthy woodiness of the vetiver is cooled by emerald moss carpets. On a warming base of roasted oak. Earthy. Enticing. Enchanting.
Pairing Jo Malone Oud & Bergamot with English Oak & Hazelnut Cologne creates a beautifully balanced scent because the deep, woody notes of oud complement the warm, nutty richness of hazelnut. The combination of these two fragrances create a complex yet inviting combination, with a sophisticated balance of freshness, warmth, and depth, making it a great option for those looking for a unique niche perfume.
2. English Pear & Freesia Cologne
The essence of autumn. The sensuous freshness of just-ripe pears is wrapped in a bouquet of white freesias, and mellowed by amber, patchouli and woods. Luscious and golden.
The depth of oud and the brightness of bergamot enhance the fresh sweetness of the pear and freesia, creating a refined, complex fragrance. The woody notes of Oud & Bergamot elevate the sweetness of pear and freesia, making the overall scent feel more mature and luxurious. They complement each other perfectly, offering a beautiful, balanced combination, making it ideal for those who appreciate sweet perfumes.
Image
Oud & Bergamot reminds me of Brad Pitt or Korean actor Suhyun Kim. They embody a soft yet sophisticated image, coupled with a strong charisma.
Conclusion
It is best for men who find Blackberry & Bay too youthful, or are stepping into in their late 20s or 30s, or beyond. This fragrance feels grown-up, not overly heavy, nor overly sweet. The most important thing is it has consistently received positive feedback from women, making it one of the best perfumes for men.
[Price]
50ml – 210 CAD
100ml – 295 CAD
[Gender]
Male
[Character]
Gentlemanly, Not overly light.
[Age]
From late 20s
[Season]
All seasons (except summer)
[Longevity]
★★★
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