Thara
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Makalu
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This Baccarat Rouge 540-inspired scent promises a lot but delivers little. If you're a fan of the original, you might appreciate the aroma, but the performance is a serious let-down. You'd be better off looking elsewhere for a proper dupe.
This one's a proper divisive scent; you'll either get an intriguing, smoky wood or a sharpie-and-plastic mess. Definitely sample first, as it's not a safe blind buy by any stretch.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 30% | 32% |
| Fruity | 3% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 26% | 26% |
| Warm | 25% | 18% |
| Woody | 21% | 21% |
| Earthy | 7% | 12% |
| Animalic | 3% | 5% |
| Fresh | 9% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its extremely weak projection and poor longevity, Thara is best suited for scenarios where a subtle, close-to-skin scent is preferred, like a casual outing or even the office. It lacks the impact for formal events or a lasting impression on a date.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong woody, amber and smoky profile, Makalu leans away from casual wear or the office. Its unique and bold character makes it better suited for evening dates or formal events where it can make a statement without being overpowering.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Balsamic accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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