Gladiator Oud by the UK niche brand Electimuss is a fragrance inspired by the legendary character Maximus Decimus Meridius, conceived by the fertile imagination of perfumer Julien Rasquinet under the creative direction of Claire Sokell Thompson.
The perfume presents an intriguing exploration of oud wood, a cornerstone of its composition. The scent captures the essence of lush oud without veering into its notorious fungal repulse. It offers a slightly medicinal quality with an expansive dark woodiness, enriched by savory saffron that subtly emerges throughout the fragrance.
Another striking feature of the perfume is cumin, which adds a sweaty dimension, contributing a touch of grit to the overall composition. The fragrance evokes a vintage vibe that could be comfortably worn by a chest hair, square-chinned man.
In the core of the perfumes, oud, saffron, and cumin are amplified by the animalic touch of honey and hay absolute that adds a more nostalgic vibe to the perfumes. Once settled gently on the skin and the golden aura of saffron and oud gild the skin, and a salty touch of ambergris adorns the rawness of the oud. It’s like the luster of gold in contrast to the coarseness of blade and blood.
No doubt that a perfume with such ingredients has an enormous projection, so as longevity. This intense feature makes Gladiator Oud a real statement fragrance, and for that, this is not a fragrance for the faint of heart or for casual, everyday wear; rather, it is a scent that commands attention and leaves a lasting impression.
Gladiator Oud
$500.00 USD
Gladiator Oud by Electimuss is a Woody fragrance for Women & Men. For this fragrance, I wanted to embody the virility and honour of the gladiator. With a refined OUD, I gave this the very amber, animalic facet of the fierce and courageous… read more
