Amouage has introduced Opus XV King Blue, a new addition to the Library Collection.
An oud unlike any that Amouage has released before. It is almost ferociously animalic, and when linked to the patchouli, frankincense and sandalwood in the composition, it growls on the wearer’s skin with untamed, primordial passion.
To embody a scent full of contrast and create an assertive, yet sophisticated character, the perfumers decided to use two different qualities of Oud for Opus XV – King Blue, Oud Silver from the region of Assam and Oud Essence from Laos, while blending in the bright and sensual touch of mandarin. The oud’s contrasts between animalic forcefulness and suave elegance plays a crucial role in forming the distinctive, authoritative personality of King Blue.
Opus XV - King Blue is an oud offering that doesn’t begin like an oud at all, because what comes before it is a seemingly innocuous citrus fruit. The vibrant and spellbinding nature of mandarin with the combined powers of the depth of oud - King Blue is power incarnate, exuding smooth, tailored sophistication, while maintaining a contoured and refined finesse.
Irreverently playing with the idea of ‘blue’ scents – perfumes with decidedly conventional personalities, much like the suit-wearing figure in The Art Of Living – Opus XV opens with a bright, innocent mandarin. Pink pepper adds an attention-grabbing sparkle, while blackcurrant accentuates its sharpness. But soon, a different tune begins to play.
The sensual tones of amber link to the mandarin. Oak chips introduce woodiness. And before we know where we are, the oud has pounced – and holds us in its mesmerising spell.
Opus XV King Blue was developed by perfumers Alexis Grugeon and Hamid Merati-Kashani. Additional notes include frankincense, sandalwood, patchouli and leather.
Amouage Opus XV King Blue is available in 100 ml Eau de Parfum, $500.
