Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum bottle Genetic Bliss
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U Gender U
2018 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Bowmakers Eau de Parfum bottle Bowmakers

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum
Genetic Bliss is a divisive, hyper-synthetic woody musk that wears differently on everyone and is often only detectable by others. It's either a minimalist masterpiece or an overpriced invisible joke. You'll need to try it to see if it works for your genetics.
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Our Verdict - Bowmakers Eau de Parfum
Bowmakers is a polarising scent, utterly authentic yet surprisingly wearable for some, while others find it too literal. Expect an olfactory trip to an artisan's workshop - wood, varnish, and all - but be warned, some find it a bit too much like body odour.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 0%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 4%
Sweet 10% 17%
Warm 9% 14%
Woody 64% 49%
Earthy 10% 16%
Animalic 14% 8%
Fresh 2% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Genetic Bliss EdP
Bowmakers EdP

Notes

Accords

Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum Bowmakers Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
50%
Powdery
48%
Musky
47%
Oud
Amber
47%
Aromatic
46%
Balsamic
41%
Leather
38%
Woody shared
100%
100%
50%
48%
Oud
47%
47%
46%
41%
38%

Performance

Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum Bowmakers Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Despite its long-lasting nature, Genetic Bliss is often described as a skin scent with moderate projection, making it suitable for office wear where it won't overpower. Its clean, abstract woody character suits casual settings and even dates, though its unique, almost 'invisible' quality might not be for every formal event.

Bowmakers Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its distinctive woody, resinous, and borderline 'varnish' accords might be too strong or unusual for a typical office setting. However, its natural, cozy dry down and moderate sillage make it suitable for casual wear, especially in cooler weather, with some finding it surprisingly sexy for dates.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
79%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
75%
Accord
55%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody accords and Woody notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Genetic Bliss Eau de Parfum
Bowmakers Eau de Parfum
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