Blood of River Nile is a conceptual Rose-Oud fragrance. Personally, this is my favorite category, one that has been interpreted by almost every brand in every possible way. Yet, despite the abundance on the market, I still love discovering new iterations and the subtle differences brought forth by artisanal perfumers. Natural materials, especially oud and roses, always evoke strong emotions when in the right hands - and this fragrance is no exception.
I haven’t worn it long enough to fully dissect it, but based on my first impressions, the opening is bright and energizing. Right from the start, you can clearly sense the titular duo: plenty of Hindi Oud and a juicy, sun-drenched Rose Otto. Despite its depth, it wears effortlessly and is very approachable. While it slightly reminds me of FM’s The Night, Blood of River Nile is more complex and far more intriguing. Before you ask, do not worry about barnyard/fecal oud aspect. Here you will not experience here.
Zackaria truly knows his craft, and it shows, hats off to him!
