DescriptionA regal rose-and-oud powerhouse that wraps deep agarwood and saffron in luminous Damascus rose. Created by François Demachy for Dior's La Collection Privée (Maison Christian Dior) and launched in 2012, Oud Ispahan is one of the house's most opulent oriental statements — a velvety, resinous oud lifted by a jammy rose heart. Reviewers consistently call it a “beast” of a fragrance, palatial and unmistakably luxurious.Scent Character Woody — 50% Floral — 17% Spicy — 17% Oud — 17% Translation: an oud-forward, woody core wrapped in rich rose and warmed by saffron spice — dark, smooth and resolutely luxurious rather than bright or fresh.Fragrance PyramidTop: LabdanumHeart: Rose, Patchouli, SaffronBase: Agarwood (Oud), Sandalwood, CedarPerformanceLongevity: Excellent — reviewers consistently report 8–12 hours, often detectable into the next day.Sillage: Strong — a generous, room-filling trail.Projection: Heavy in the opening hours; apply with a light hand. This is a true powerhouse, not an office-safe skin scent.Best Occasions & SeasonBest for evening and special occasions, and at its finest in fall and winter when its resinous warmth blooms. A unisex composition equally at home on men and women.Concentration & ProvenanceConcentration: Eau de ParfumPerfumer: François DemachyHouse: Dior — La Collection Privée (Maison Christian Dior)Year: 2012Try Before You CommitOud Ispahan is a bold, polarizing oud — the perfect candidate for a sample first. Start with a 1mL sample from $7.99, or step up to a 5mL ($36.99) or 10mL ($57.99) decant if you already know you love rose-oud orientals.100% Authentic, From Authorized DistributorsEvery decant is hand-poured from genuine bottles sourced through authorized distributors. Join 200,000+ orders shipped, backed by a 4.9★ Trustpilot rating, free US shipping on orders over $100, and hassle-free returns.FAQIs Dior Oud Ispahan unisex?Yes — it is composed and marketed as a unisex fragrance and wears beautifully on all genders.How long does it last?Expect 8–12 hours on skin, with many wearers noticing it the next morning. Performance is among the strongest in Dior's Collection Privée.Is it a strong or subtle scent?Strong. The opening projects heavily, so one or two sprays is plenty — ideal for evening and cold-weather wear.Are your decants authentic?Absolutely. Each sample is decanted from a genuine Dior bottle obtained through authorized distribution channels.
