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What does Aurum smell like?

Aurum opens with a bright, citrus-heavy introduction of bergamot, lemon, and orange, but the freshness is short-lived as it quickly transitions into a dense, gourmand heart. The combination of strawbe...

Details

House: Kemi
Gender: unisex
Year: 2016
Longevity: 8.4 / 10
Sillage: 7.8 / 10
Scent Profile: Oriental, Sweet, Floral, Fruity, Spicy
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Night Out, Evening

Community Insights

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The fragrance is widely recognized for its exceptional longevity and sillage, with many users categorizing it alongside high-performance powerhouses from houses like Xerjoff or Amouage.
While the scent profile features gourmand elements like chocolate and strawberry, the community notes that the oud and labdanum keep it firmly in the "oriental" category rather than a standard dessert-sweet scent.
It is overwhelmingly preferred for cold-weather wear, specifically during the fall and winter months, as the density of the notes can become overwhelming in high heat.
Most users recommend this as an evening or "night out" fragrance, citing its bold projection and opulent character as too intense for formal business or office settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the citrus in the opening make this a fresh scent?+

No, the bergamot, lemon, and orange act as a fleeting brightness. The fragrance quickly pivots into a heavy, sweet oriental profile dominated by chocolate, strawberry, and resins.

Is the oud note in Aurum medicinal or animalic?+

The oud here is blended with vanilla and labdanum, resulting in a smooth, woody, and resinous backbone rather than a harsh or medicinal one.

How does this perform in different seasons?+

Aurum is best suited for fall and winter. Its sweet and resinous accords are designed for cold air; the community generally finds it too heavy for summer wear, where the chocolate and strawberry notes may become cloying.

Is this fragrance more masculine or feminine?+

It is marketed as unisex. The rose and strawberry notes provide a traditional sweetness, while the patchouli, labdanum, and oud offer a dark, woody depth that appeals to all genders.

Appears in Collections

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What does Aurum smell like?

Aurum opens with a bright, citrus-heavy introduction of bergamot, lemon, and orange, but the freshness is short-lived as it quickly transitions into a dense, gourmand heart. The combination of strawbe...

Details

House: Kemi
Gender: unisex
Year: 2016
Longevity: 8.4 / 10
Sillage: 7.8 / 10
Scent Profile: Oriental, Sweet, Floral, Fruity, Spicy
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Night Out, Evening

Community Insights

0

The fragrance is widely recognized for its exceptional longevity and sillage, with many users categorizing it alongside high-performance powerhouses from houses like Xerjoff or Amouage.
While the scent profile features gourmand elements like chocolate and strawberry, the community notes that the oud and labdanum keep it firmly in the "oriental" category rather than a standard dessert-sweet scent.
It is overwhelmingly preferred for cold-weather wear, specifically during the fall and winter months, as the density of the notes can become overwhelming in high heat.
Most users recommend this as an evening or "night out" fragrance, citing its bold projection and opulent character as too intense for formal business or office settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the citrus in the opening make this a fresh scent?+

No, the bergamot, lemon, and orange act as a fleeting brightness. The fragrance quickly pivots into a heavy, sweet oriental profile dominated by chocolate, strawberry, and resins.

Is the oud note in Aurum medicinal or animalic?+

The oud here is blended with vanilla and labdanum, resulting in a smooth, woody, and resinous backbone rather than a harsh or medicinal one.

How does this perform in different seasons?+

Aurum is best suited for fall and winter. Its sweet and resinous accords are designed for cold air; the community generally finds it too heavy for summer wear, where the chocolate and strawberry notes may become cloying.

Is this fragrance more masculine or feminine?+

It is marketed as unisex. The rose and strawberry notes provide a traditional sweetness, while the patchouli, labdanum, and oud offer a dark, woody depth that appeals to all genders.

How long does the fragrance typically last?+

Performance is a highlight for this scent. Users frequently report that it lasts through an entire day and into the next, comparing its staying power to other high-concentration extrait-style perfumes.

At what time of day is Aurum best worn?+

Because of its intensity and sweet-spicy profile, it is most often recommended for evening wear, leisure activities, or night-out occasions rather than daily chores or professional environments.

Accords

Notes

TopRose//Lemon//Bergamot//Orange

HeartStrawberry//Chocolate//Heliotrope//Patchouli

BaseVanilla//Oud//Labdanum

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Appears in Collections

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