Portfolio Royale Stallion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Detour Noir Intense
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A Polarisable but mostly adored take on the PDM Pegasus DNA. Brace yourself for a powerful, slightly synthetic opening, but don't rush to scrub it off - the dry down is where this almond-vanilla bomb truly shines.
Divisive and not a safe blind buy, Detour Noir Intense demands patience and an appreciation for its unique, intense character. Some will love its creamy, woody vanilla, while others are put off by a 'dirty ashtray' opening. Test before you invest, and let it macerate.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 7% |
| Floral | 16% | 19% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 37% | 29% |
| Warm | 18% | 24% |
| Woody | 11% | 15% |
| Earthy | 8% | 7% |
| Animalic | 7% | 5% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beast-mode projection and longevity make it less suitable for office environments where it could overwhelm. It excels in colder weather and formal or date settings, where its rich, complex character can be appreciated without being stifling.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and cloying potential, this perfume is better suited for dates and formal events where its richness can shine. While some find it office-appropriate, many note its intensity makes it less ideal for close-quarter professional settings, and its depth rules out sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Almond, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Lavender, Almond notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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