by By Kilian
Straight to Heaven Oud and Musk Special Blend 2021 is a dark, rich, and deeply sensual reinterpretation of the original Straight to Heaven. It opens with a bold, almost animalic blend of oud and nutmeg, quickly evolving into a warm, gourmand woody base dominated by rum-like sweetness, vanilla, and patchouli, all resting on a soft, powdery musk. The fragrance transforms from a smoky, earthy opening to a velvety, intimate drydown that lingers well into the night. It carries an air of sophistication—more masculine-leaning than the original STH, yet still unisex in appeal—and excels during colder months or in intimate, upscale settings. While its sillage is moderate to strong, it ultimately settles close to the skin in the drydown, making it more of a seductive whisper than a bold statement. This version is far more complex and less sweet than the standard STH, and its performance, though noticeable, isn’t prolonged, with many noting a sharp decline after 7–8 hours. It rarely lingers all day, but the transformational journey of the scent is compelling.