Question 1

What's the difference between Arena and Oud Wood?

Accepted Answer

Arena is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Somens (2020) dominated by Oud accords. Oud Wood is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2007) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Oud, Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Arena or Oud Wood?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Arena scores 4.09/5 vs Oud Wood at 4.29/5. Oud Wood's standout strength: Unique, elegant woody scent with cardamom and sandalwood warmth. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Arena and Oud Wood smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Oud Wood: Tom Ford Oud Wood is genuinely well-regarded by the community as a beautiful, unique woody fragrance that deserves its reputation despite hype concerns.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Arena or Oud Wood?

Accepted Answer

Oud Wood: Excellent performance on clothes (lasts 10+ hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Arena vs Oud Wood?

Accepted Answer

Arena scores highest for fall wear; Oud Wood scores highest for fall wear. Arena leans evening, Oud Wood leans evening.

Arena vs Oud Wood

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Arena (13)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Oud Wood

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Eigenschap	Arena	Oud Wood
Merk	Somens	Tom Ford
Jaar	2020	2007
Beoordeling	4.09	4.29
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	13	0