Aoud Lagoon

Aoud Lagoon by Montale is a light, floral-woody fragrance that leans heavily on osmanthus, lotus, and tiare flower notes, creating a fresh, airy, and subtly aquatic profile. The opening features a bright mandarin-orange and fruity osmanthus burst, quickly transitioning into a soft, creamy floral heart anchored by lotus and tiare. The drydown introduces a dry, mossy, and woody base with guaiac wood and vetiver, lending a quiet, elegant structure. Despite the name suggesting oud, little to no oud presence is detectable—this is not a bold, spicy, or oriental fragrance. Instead, it presents itself as a refined, feminine-leaning floral with unisex appeal. The scent is expansive, projecting well and lasting moderately to long, with strong sillage that stays noticeable but not overwhelming. Many note it feels like clean laundry or a tropical lagoon, with some finding it dry and tissue-like, others describing it as a sophisticated, stylish summer scent that evolves beautifully throughout the day.