The Library Collection Opus XI

Opus XI from Amouage’s Library Collection presents a bold, refined oud experience centered around a sophisticated interplay of herbal, woody, and resinous accords. It opens with a camphorous, fresh-spicy character from marjoram, unfolding into a dense, medicinal-oud core blended with styrax and leatherwood. The fragrance develops into a dry, leathery, balsamic base with an elegant smokiness that lingers for hours on skin and days on clothing. It is not loud or overtly synthetic—the sillage is immense and persistent, yet the composition remains balanced, precise, and remarkably long-lasting. Worn best during cooler evenings or winter months, it commands confidence and gravitas, evoking a cinematic, intellectual allure. The scent bears a resemblance to Gucci Guilty Absolute in its antiseptic and medicinal opening, with a shared core of oud and styrax, but Opus XI feels more refined, less disruptive, and far more enduring. It is not for beginners or casual wearers; it demands appreciation of deeply aromatic, non-traditional oud interpretations and suits those who value quality, depth, and strong presence over conventional softness or sweetness.