Oud Wood Parfum vs Fabulous

The r/fragrance community appreciates Oud Wood's scent profile but is divided on value, with widespread frustration over poor performance in the EDP and perceived bait-and-switch marketing where Tom Ford released a double-priced Parfum version to fix reformulation issues. Many view the brand as overpriced relative to quality and recommend alternative oud fragrances or budget brands as better value, though some collectors remain loyal to specific Tom Ford offerings.

The community is divided on Fabulous, with the actual fragrance receiving moderate appreciation for its quality and unique almond-leather profile, but significant criticism for its high price point and polarizing scent character. Much of the negativity stems from Tom Ford's controversial marketing strategy and the fragrance's divisive name rather than the scent itself, making it a classic case of marketing overshadowing product merit.