M7

Parfumour’s Interpretation of Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu

M7 is a deep oud and woods scent, one of the first mainstream oud fragrances, and our version keeps that character: a citrus opening, a rich oud heart, and a warm amber base.

The Story Behind the Scent

Released in 2002, M7 was ahead of its time as one of the first designer scents to put oud front and centre, pairing a bright citrus opening with a deep, resinous oud and vetiver heart.

Our interpretation follows that character. We keep the mandarin and bergamot bright up top, let oud and vetiver darken the middle, and finish on a warm amber, musk and vanilla base.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original is a designer release that can be hard to find at retail. We build ours at a high perfume oil concentration and sell direct, so you get the same character for a fraction of the price.

Who It’s For

It suits anyone who loves a deep, warm oud scent and wants that style without paying collector prices.

Notes

Top notes: Mandarin Orange, Bergamot

Heart notes: Oud, Vetiver

Base notes: Amber, Musk, Vanilla

How it Smells

It opens bright and juicy, with mandarin and bergamot giving a fresh lift before the depth arrives.

The heart is rich and resinous, with oud and vetiver giving a deep, woody centre.

The base is warm and smooth, with amber, musk and vanilla giving a rich, lasting finish.

Common Questions

How close is it to Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu?

It stays close to the rich, woody oud character of the original. It is our own interpretation rather than a copy, but the impression is very familiar.

How can it cost so much less than Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu?

Most of the price of a designer fragrance goes to the brand name, packaging and retail markup rather than the liquid itself. We put our budget into the scent and sell direct, so you get a comparable experience for a fraction of the price.

Is this the same perfume as Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu?

No. We do not use the same formula or ingredients. It is an independent interpretation made to evoke the same style at a much lower price.

How long does it last?

You can expect several hours on skin. Spraying onto clothing as well as skin helps it last even longer.

Who is it best for?

It leans masculine but is easy to wear either way, and is made for evenings and cooler weather.

How should I apply it?

Spray on pulse points such as the wrists, neck and inner elbows. A light spritz on clothing makes it last through the day.

Disclaimer

Yves Saint Laurent and M7 Oud Absolu are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Yves Saint Laurent in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.