Maison Alhambra
Dark Aoud EDP
“Tom Ford Oud Wood's twin who got a different trust fund.”
Considered by many the most accurate Oud Wood dupe currently available, hitting 70-90% accuracy at roughly 1/15 the price — Maison Alhambra's 2024 rebrand of their Tom Ford Oud Wood clone (originally launched as 'Woody Oud' in 2021). A cardamom-pepper-rosewood opening over an oud-sandalwood-vetiver heart and vanilla-tonka-ambergris base.
The take
What works
- ●92% similarity rating to TF Oud Wood — the community's most-cited oud clone
- ●Smooth, creamy oud-sandalwood profile without harshness
- ●Unisex and versatile — works across occasions
Trade-offs
- ●Tom Ford's refinement is still detectable in direct comparison
- ●Cardamom opening is slightly sharper than the original
Notes
Top
Cardamom
Pepper
Brazilian RosewoodMid
Oud
Sandalwood
VetiverBase
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
AmbergrisPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
Featured in
Earned a spot in 1 of our editorial picks
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dark Aoud a good Tom Ford Oud Wood dupe?
91% similarity to Tom Ford Tom Ford Oud Wood in our database — a real match, not just shared notes. At $20–$27 vs Tom Ford's $220–$300, it's one of the closer budget interpretations of that DNA.
How long does Dark Aoud last?
6–8 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 78/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Dark Aoud?
Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, casual.
Is Dark Aoud worth it?
At $20–$27, yes for this tier. 92% similarity rating to TF Oud Wood — the community's most-cited oud clone. Smooth, creamy oud-sandalwood profile without harshness.