Launched in 2018, Lattafa Velvet Oud has stayed a genuine cult favourite years after release — and it’s easy to see why once you know what it’s actually built on.
Notes
Top: citrus, cinnamon, incense. Heart: leather, agarwood (oud), amber. Base: musk, with hints of suede and patchouli depending on the batch.
What it actually smells like
A warm, smoky leather-oud built for cold weather. Reviewers consistently compare it to Tom Ford’s Ombre Leather and Tuscan Leather — not an exact match, but close enough in character that fans of those niche/designer leathers tend to like this too. It’s unisex, though it leans slightly masculine in how it wears.
Performance
Strong projection and genuinely excellent longevity — multiple long-term reviewers report still smelling it on clothing a full day later. This isn’t a subtle, close-to-skin scent.
Who it suits
Evening wear and cold-weather months specifically. If you want something for a warm office or daytime summer wear, it’s the wrong pick — but for autumn/winter evenings, it punches well above its price.
Price & where to buy
Lattafa Velvet Oud EDP 100ml, £20. For similar leather-oud profiles, browse our Oud and Woody note pages.
