I think everyone knows the scent. As is usual with Tom Ford, Oud Wood smells very unique and cannot be compared to any other scent on the market. Although the top note contains pepper, it is very soft, especially at the beginning.
Very quickly you can smell the agar and sandalwood.
In my opinion, the scent is a bit "weak", which means you might want to use two or three more sprays in the morning if you want it to last all day.
Tom Ford Oud Wood is a real compliment magnet, even when I'm wearing a mask people ask me about my perfume. In combination with the Oud Wood Body Spray no one can ignore the scent.
After a few minutes on the skin, I would describe the scent as perhaps a little spicy, but more along the lines of vanilla.
As I wrote before, Oud Wood has a relatively short shelf life. I therefore recommend always carrying a small bottle with you and re-spraying it.
I can recommend the fragrance to anyone who wants to try something new; it's perfect for getting started with niche fragrances.