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Black Eau de Parfum bottle Black EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
U Gender U
2019 Year 2020
£ Price Tier ££
Olive Branch Eau de Toilette bottle Olive Branch EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black EDP
A solid, versatile citrus-woody fragrance that punches above its weight for the price. Don't expect fireworks, but it's a dependable all-rounder for those who appreciate clean, understated elegance.
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Our Verdict - Olive Branch EDC
A refreshing unisex scent, Olive Branch offers a breezy and intimate citrusy aroma suitable for everyday wear.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black EDP
Olive Branch EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 31% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 29% vs 33%
Oakmoss 27% vs 27%
Only in Olive Branch
Olive 39%

Accords

Black Olive Branch
100%
Citrus
80%
49%
Fresh
90%
78%
Woody
70%
Floral
60%
54%
Mossy
52%
Powdery
48%
Earthy
47%
Amber
47%
Aromatic
Citrus shared
100%
80%
Fresh shared
49%
90%
Woody shared
78%
70%
60%
54%
52%
48%
47%
47%

Performance

Black Olive Branch
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its clean, fresh, and slightly masculine profile makes it excellent for casual wear and the office, where it won't overpower. While it might lack the boldness for a formal event, its fresh versatility means it can easily transition from day to evening.

Olive Branch

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

With its fresh, citrusy profile, Olive Branch is well-suited for warmer weather yet can also offer a refreshing lift during transitional seasons like spring and fall.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

The fragrance is subtle and fresh, making it ideal for casual settings and the office, while its intimate projection makes it less suited for sporting or formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, fresh

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black EDP
Olive Branch EDC
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