Musk Black Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Signatures No II
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper beast, not for the faint-hearted. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent - some will find it opulent and addictive, others might call it a bit much. Definitely a statement maker, so wear with confidence.
This budget clone is a bold, divisive beast. Many find it a superb dupe for PDM Carlisle or Exclusif Tabac after a harsh opening, but others are put off by a 'used ash tray' vibe and nuclear intensity. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 13% |
| Fruity | 9% | 6% |
| Green | 10% | 4% |
| Sweet | 22% | 24% |
| Warm | 25% | 23% |
| Woody | 20% | 24% |
| Earthy | 20% | 26% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 8% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its potent projection and rich, dark character make it unsuitable for most office environments, where it could easily overwhelm. However, it absolutely shines on a date night or during sophisticated evening events, offering a commanding presence. It's too heavy for casual daytime wear or anything active.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, coupled with its intense and rich tobacco and oud accords, make it too overwhelming for an office setting. It's much better suited for evening dates or formal events where its character can shine without dominating the room.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Powdery accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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