Amouage Opus V Woods Symphony EDP

Description

Opus V Woods Symphony is Amouage's iris study: buttery orris and a splash of rum over rose and jasmine, settling on dry woods, oud and a soft touch of civet. Released in 2011 as part of the house's Library Collection and credited to Jacques Cavallier, it is quieter than its name suggests. Orris leads from the first spray, creamy and a little earthy, and the rose and jasmine stay in the background to keep it smooth. The woods, oud and civet add depth rather than smoke; reviewers note the oud is subtle, so this reads as a powdery woody-floral, not an oud fragrance.

Scent Character

Translation: iris and rose in front, dry woods behind, with a thread of oud and a little rum sweetness, so it stays soft and powdery rather than dark.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Orris Root, Rum
• Heart: Orris, Rose, Jasmine
• Base: Agarwood (Oud), Dry Woods, Civet

Performance

Longevity: Around 7–9 hours on skin.
Sillage: Moderate, noticeable without filling a room.
Projection: About a foot for the first two to three hours, then it settles close to the skin.

Best Occasions & Season

Best in Fall, Winter and cool Spring days. The quiet powderiness suits the office, daytime wear and relaxed dinners. Unisex. Skip it if you want something loud for a night out, or on hot, humid days.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Jacques Cavallier
House: Amouage, Oman (Library Collection)
Launched: 2011

Try Before You Commit

Orris can read as elegant on one person and lipstick-powdery on another, so test it before buying a bottle. A hand-poured 1mL decant is $6.99, 5mL is $25.99 and 10mL is $44.99. The 1mL comes in a 2mL vial, filled halfway.

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FAQ

Is Opus V an oud fragrance?
Not really. Oud is listed in the base, but the fragrance centers on orris. Most wearers find the oud subtle, adding depth rather than smoke.

What does Opus V Woods Symphony smell like?
Creamy, slightly earthy iris with a hint of rum, softened by rose and jasmine and grounded by dry woods and a light animalic note.

How does it compare to Opus VII Reckless Leather?
They are very different. Opus V is a soft iris woody-floral; Opus VII is a green, spicy leather with galbanum and fenugreek.

Is it for men or women?
Unisex. The powdery iris works well on anyone.