Potpourri vs Oud Wood

Santa Maria Novella fragrances are highly regarded by the r/fragrance community for their unique, ancient-feeling character and impressive performance, particularly Marescialla which balances spice with freshness. The main drawback is severe scarcity of samples and limited online ordering options, making exploration before purchase quite challenging. Those who appreciate unconventional, complex scents with historical charm find the house exceptional.

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.