Sandalo Eau de Parfum vs Paul Smith Extreme Man Eau de Toilette

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Sandalo Eau de Parfum bottle Sandalo EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender M
2019 Year 2003
££ Price Tier ££
Paul Smith Extreme Man Eau de Toilette bottle Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sandalo EDP
This one's proper divisive - folks either reckon it's a classy, modern barbershop masterpiece or a boring, overpriced old-school scent that smells like cleaning products. If you fancy a classic, woody aromatic with some citrus zing, give it a go; just don't expect it to blow your socks off.
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Our Verdict - Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT
Don't let the name fool you, there's nothing 'extreme' about this one. It's a fresh, unassuming scent that's loved by some for its clean simplicity, and dismissed by others as forgettably generic. Perfect for those who prefer their fragrance barely-there.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sandalo EDP
Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 26% vs 38%
Lemon 23% vs 40%
Only in Paul Smith Extreme Man
Cardamom 21%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 27% vs 29%
Only in Paul Smith Extreme Man
Rosewood 39% Musk 32%

Accords

Sandalo Paul Smith Extreme Man
100%
Citrus
77%
62%
Fresh Spicy
100%
92%
Aromatic
88%
87%
Woody
52%
82%
Warm Spicy
50%
74%
Lavender
64%
Amber
62%
Powdery
48%
Sweet
47%
Vanilla
Citrus shared
100%
77%
Fresh Spicy shared
62%
100%
Aromatic shared
92%
88%
Woody shared
87%
52%
Warm Spicy shared
82%
50%
74%
64%
62%
48%
47%

Performance

Sandalo Paul Smith Extreme Man
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sandalo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and smooth, clean profile make it excellent for office, casual, and formal wear without being overpowering. While some find its performance average, it retains enough longevity for most occasions, though it's not suited for sporty activities.

Paul Smith Extreme Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its poor longevity and low sillage make it ideal for office wear or casual daytime use, as it's unlikely to offend. It's not strong enough for formal events or impactful date nights, but its fresh character suits the gym or quick errands.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Adds geranium and musk, drops amber and lavender

Where to buy

Sandalo EDP
Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT
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