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Roja Dove · Sold as unisex
Candy Aoud
The unexpected sweetness of a late-night snack in a dimly lit room, where sugary fruits mingle with smoky oud and the rich scent of leather.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Candy AoudLuxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessMoshriqa · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 14 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 by Roja Dove, Candy Aoud is a bold and complex Oriental Vanilla fragrance that defies expectations. The composition begins with the bright punch of grapefruit and bergamot, soon joined by banana and pear, creating an initial wave of sugary freshness. As it evolves, rose and black currant add a layer of floral sweetness, while the warm spices of cardamom and saffron introduce a subtle heat. The heart of agarwood (oud) and leather creates a striking contrast, grounding the fragrance with earthy depth and a touch of luxury. This is further enriched by amber, birch, and musk, which weave together to create an enveloping warmth that lingers on the skin.
Apply Candy Aoud to pulse points for maximum impact. The top notes are vibrant but fleeting, so a few sprays will ensure you catch its full evolution from fruity freshness to warm, woody depth. It’s best enjoyed in cooler settings where the warmth of the base notes is more pronounced and intimate.
Fig. 01 — Candy Aoud, Roja Dove
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Roja Dove
The Professeur de ParfumRoja Dove, born Roger Bird in 1956 in Sussex, was captivated by scent from childhood, later abandoning a medicine degree at Cambridge after a visit to the Guerlain boutique in Paris changed the course of his life.
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 55%, disliked or hated by 17%.