Nawab of Oudh by Ormonde Jayne is one of those fragrances that truly feels like royalty in a bottle. Released in 2012, crafted by perfumer Geza Schoen, it was designed to capture the richness, elegance, and mystery of the old Nawabs of India—and it does so beautifully.
Main Accords
The Experience
Opening: A bright, fresh burst of citrus and green notes quickly warmed by exotic cardamom and spice. It feels uplifting yet immediately rich.
Heart: The true royalty emerges—a lush bouquet of rose, magnolia, and orchid, wrapped in cinnamon and bay leaf, giving a velvety, spiced floral heart with fruity sweetness glimmering in between.
Dry down: Oud, ambergris, myrrh, and labdanum build a regal, resinous base. The oud here is smooth, not medicinal—creamy, golden, and deeply elegant, weaving into musk and vetiver for a long-lasting, sensual aura.
Top Notes
- Cardamom
- Orange
- Bergamot
- Aldehydes
- Green Notes
Middle Notes
- Rose
- Pimento
- Cinnamon
- Orchid
- Magnolia
- Bay Leaf
- Hedione
Base Notes
- Agarwood (Oud)
- Ambergris
- Vetiver
- Labdanum
- Musk
Who is it for?
Nawab of Oudh is for someone who seeks luxury in scent, someone who wants to smell distinguished, powerful, and memorable. It is unisex, though leaning slightly opulent and bold. Best for evenings, formal events, or whenever one wishes to radiate authority and refined sensuality.
Performance
- Longevity: Excellent (10–12+ hours, often all day on skin and days on clothes)
- Projection: Strong but refined. Commands presence without shouting.
- Sillage: Regal trail—lingers gracefully in the air.
The Soul of the Fragrance
This is a fragrance of royalty and refinement. Imagine silk draped halls, carved sandalwood doors, golden trays of spices, and the air filled with incense and flowers. Nawab of Oudh captures that spirit—a perfume that feels noble, cultured, and timeless. It’s the olfactory equivalent of stepping into a palace where tradition meets modern elegance.
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