10 of the Best Oud Fragrances Our Editors Love

Kayali Oudgasm Vanilla Oud ($140)

Kayali continues to impress with its perfumes, and this one from the recent Oudgasm collection carries on the brand's winning streak. The creaminess of the vanilla note softens the heavier oud scent in this perfume, making it surprisingly suitable for everyday wear.

Initio Parfums Privés Oud For Greatness Eau De Parfum ($410)

This Initio perfume is for anyone who wants their fragrance to speak for them. The sillage from this scent is inescapable, and no one will be able to miss the combination of oud, lavender, and musk that follows you into any room. Regardless, trust us when we say: they won't want to. It's that good.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum ($310)

This perfume is simply a compliment magnet. The oud note in this formula is complemented by a powdery violet accord and tempered by rosy absolut from Turkey. The vanilla amber accord base note adds the finishing touch to the addicting scent, which also makes it perfect for lovers of a sweet scent that toes the line between being a gourmand and clean-smelling scent.

Ex Nihilo Oud Vendôme Eau de Parfum ($245)

The notes in this Ex Nihilo perfume blend together so well, you may not have even noticed that it could be categorized as an oud. Deceivingly airy for its scent profile, notes of saffron and ginger open this perfume, followed by agarwood, incense, and musk at its base. If you're a fan of more spicy-smelling fragrances, the incense note is particularly noticeable in this perfume, making it perfect for a chilly fall morning or a night out on the town — whichever is more your vibe.

Parfums de Marly Delina Exclusif Eau de Parfum ($210)

There is a reason that Delina is so beloved. This perfume is for people who just don't want to stray too far from their traditional floral scents but want to add a bit more sophistication to the fragrances that they wear. This flanker (a fancy term for a new variation of an already existing perfume), takes the notes that catapulted the original Delina to popularity (lychee and Turkish rose) and adds an oud note for a mouthwatering finishing that still manages to be appropriate for both daytime and nighttime wear. If you need an oud that's slightly tangy but that you can just throw on without thinking about it, Delina Exclusif is for you.

Habibi New York Jasmine Oud Absolute ($135)

An even lighter option for an oud, this perfume is timeless and elegant — something that you can wear to work, to worship, or around any large crowd. Never overpowering, you will first smell the jasmine, rose, and Black pepper notes in this perfume before the oud, which makes it another fantastic option for an easy but still sophisticated daily fragrance.

Tom Ford Oud Wood Eau de Parfum ($295)

For a more traditionally oud fragrance that leans towards a smoky or incense-like scent profile, look no further than this one from Tom Ford. You will encounter a variation of "woody" fragrances in this profile, including rare oud, sandalwood, and rosewood, so expect a more heady scent when reaching for this one.

Cartier Les Heures Voyageuses Oud & Oud Eau de Parfum ($355)

A true oud, this Cartier perfume is a spicy fragrance that screams opulence. The oud is the star of the show in this scent — there are no other fragrance notes added to this perfume. As with the raw resin material, there is an almost syrupy quality to this fragrance that makes it smell like you took it directly from the agar tree and put it onto your skin. Given that most will not get the opportunity to do that, this fragrance is the next best bet.

Byredo Oud Immortel Eau de Parfum ($205)

This Byredo number boasts incense, Brazilian rosewood, and patchouli as some of the notable scents that work to highlight its oud note. With a peppery, almost green, aspect to it, it is a perfect unisex fragrance to wear in the colder months.

Guerlain Oud Nude Eau de Parfum ($380)

This is a fragrance that will take you on a journey. You'll first encounter a delicious white almond note that is quickly followed by a light raspberry accord. It's only then that this perfume will dry down and reveal its more traditional oud characteristics — a smoky note that you can almost taste thanks to the addition of Madagascan vanilla. Nude Oud is perfect for true gourmand lovers who want to give their signature scent a sexier, more intriguing edge.