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Which Should You Buy?
If a fragrance could be described as 'perfectly nice but utterly forgettable', this is it. It's a pleasant, inoffensive scent that does nothing wrong, but also very little to stand out. Expect remarks like 'I'm sure I've smelled this before', rather than 'Wow, what's that you're wearing?'
Historic Doria is a powerful, polarising scent. You'll either love it or hate its nuclear projection of sweet, musky florals and ambroxan. Not for the faint-hearted, this one enters the room long before you do and often stays past its welcome. Blind buying is not advised.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 17% |
| Floral | 31% | 29% |
| Fruity | 14% | 13% |
| Green | 6% | 3% |
| Sweet | 17% | 21% |
| Warm | 0% | 1% |
| Woody | 13% | 14% |
| Earthy | 3% | 4% |
| Animalic | 17% | 16% |
| Fresh | 18% | 19% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its weak sillage and short longevity make it an ideal, non-disruptive choice for the office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is key. The light floral and fruity accords aren't strong enough for dating or formal events, and its freshness lends itself to sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
Given its beastly projection and longevity, Historic Doria is unsuitable for office wear, where it would overwhelm. It's best suited for evenings out, dates, or formal events where its strong presence can shine without being intrusive, though a light hand is crucial.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Musky, White Floral accords and Jasmine, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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