Side-by-side comparison of Blend No.83 by Imaginary Authors and Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Imaginary Authors
Tom Ford
| Attribute | Blend No.83 | Oud Wood |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Imaginary Authors | Tom Ford |
| Year | 2023 | 2007 |
| Rating | 4.22 | 4.29 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 0 | 0 |
30 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
/10
Blend No. 83 shows promise with an impressive coffee and chocolate opening but disappoints many with weak projection and a heavy benzoin dry down that doesn't match the initial appeal. The fragrance's performance issues and lack of sampling availability make it a risky blind buy at the $105 price point.
70 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.8
/10
Tom Ford Oud Wood is genuinely well-regarded by the community as a beautiful, unique woody fragrance that deserves its reputation despite hype concerns. However, poor skin longevity (especially post-reformulation) is a consistent frustration for the price point, leading many to recommend cheaper alternatives like Nishane Kredo or Thameen Carved Oud for better performance.