Oud vs Semi Bespoke No. 23

Shared character

Both fragrances contain bergamot, sandalwood, ciste labdanum, vanilla, incense (olibanum) and thyme, and they are anchored by ambery (oriental) and woody accords.

How they differ

Oud includes the warm, resinous note of amber that does not appear in Semi Bespoke No. 23. In contrast, Semi Bespoke No. 23 adds a broader palette of green and woody elements—cedarwood, geranium, musk, patchouli, cypriol (nagarmota), oud/agarwood, clove, basil, oregano and pine needles—none of which are present in Oud. Both share bergamot, sandalwood, ciste labdanum, vanilla, incense/olibanum and thyme, and both are built on ambery (oriental) and woody accords; neither fragrance lists a family designation, and no community or critic scores are provided.

Who each suits

Oud’s composition, highlighted by amber alongside the shared notes, may appeal to wearers who prefer a warmer, more streamlined amber‑rich amber‑oriental profile. Semi Bespoke No. 23, with its extensive array of herbal, resinous and additional woody notes—including cedar, oud, patchouli, cypriol and aromatic herbs—suits those who enjoy a more complex, green‑spicy, and heavily wooded scent experience.