White FlowersOpens with
GardeniaHeart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down toWill you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Jo Malone London · Sold as unisex
Gardenia & Oud Absolu
The quiet intimacy of a city apartment, where soft candlelight casts shadows on the walls and the scent of gardenia intertwines with the smoky warmth of oud.
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Gardenia & Oud AbsoluPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessRush · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · all 2 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2020 by Jo Malone London, Gardenia & Oud Absolu is a captivating Oriental Floral scent that marries the sweet and creamy essence of gardenia with the deep, smoky charm of oud. The fragrance opens with a burst of white flowers before diving into the rich heart of gardenia, which forms an intimate connection with the woody, animalic undertones of agarwood. This composition is further enhanced by warm amber and musky notes that create a comforting cocoon around the wearer.
For this fragrance, focus on applying it in areas where your body naturally heats up — think wrists, neck, and behind the ears. The white musk and powdery base notes bloom slowly over time, so a lighter hand in application will allow these layers to develop more gradually throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Gardenia & Oud Absolu, Jo Malone London
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Designer Jo Malone London
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