Blue oud by Arabian oud reminds me alot of Frédéric Malle - The Night and Louis Vuitton Pur Oud. I would rate Blue oud above the two. It's really smooth and well done oud. With great projection and Sillage. This will turn heads. It doesn't smell animalic unless you put noise directly to the spot you sprayed. Best way to test this fragrance is to apply on the back of your neck and on the wrist and you will appreciate the dept of this scent.