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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Barbour Coastal For Her
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive freshie- clean and invigorating to some, a harsh scrubber to others. Expect a bright citrus burst that mellows into something more sophisticated, if you can get past the opening. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
This one's a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde. It opens with an intriguing spicy zest, but the drydown often pivots to a divisive, almost 'lemon cleaner' cypress and oakmoss combo that isn't for everyone. Definitely sample first.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 15% |
| Floral | 19% | 19% |
| Fruity | 9% | 4% |
| Green | 8% | 8% |
| Sweet | 13% | 13% |
| Warm | 10% | 22% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 13% | 10% |
| Animalic | 9% | 7% |
| Fresh | 24% | 23% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and for post-gym refreshment. While some find it suitable for the office due to its moderate longevity, others report an initial harshness that might not be office-appropriate.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable for casual wear and the office, but the divisive drydown might be a gamble for dates or formal events. The fresh, spicy opening could work for sport, but the woody-mossy base makes it less ideal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Musky, Aromatic accords and Oakmoss, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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