Chelsea Eau de Parfum bottle Chelsea
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2013 Year 2022
££££ Price Tier ££
Black Beetle Eau de Parfum bottle Black Beetle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Chelsea
Chelsea is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. This isn't for the faint of heart - expect a full-on, intense, and at times harsh, woody-oud experience that’s either a masterpiece or 'burnt something'. Definitely one to sample before you splash the cash.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black Beetle
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a rich, dark patchouli with smoky frankincense and a surprising sprinkle of fruit. It's unique, but definitely divides opinion - so sample before you splurge.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 10%
Floral 4% 4%
Fruity 14% 12%
Green 5% 8%
Sweet 16% 12%
Warm 9% 8%
Woody 41% 26%
Earthy 31% 25%
Animalic 2% 11%
Fresh 5% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Chelsea EdP
Black Beetle EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Raspberry 30% vs 36%
Bergamot 24% vs 32%
Only in Chelsea
Vetiver 44%
Only in Black Beetle
Frankincense 31%
Only in Black Beetle
Patchouli 57% Pimiento 43%

Accords

Chelsea Black Beetle
100%
Woody
99%
48%
Warm Spicy
100%
48%
Patchouli
91%
69%
Aromatic
65%
Oud
64%
Earthy
54%
46%
Fruity
63%
Citrus
56%
44%
Fresh Spicy
55%
Sweet
54%
Amber
52%
Balsamic
52%
Woody shared
100%
99%
Warm Spicy shared
48%
100%
Patchouli shared
48%
91%
69%
Oud
65%
Earthy shared
64%
54%
Fruity shared
46%
63%
56%
Fresh Spicy shared
44%
55%
54%
52%
52%

Performance

Chelsea Black Beetle
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Chelsea

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent, 'industrially strong' projection and intense oud profile make it too overwhelming for an office setting. However, its unique and alluring nature makes it well-suited for a bold statement on a date or formal evening, while being a bit much for casual wear.

Black Beetle

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it too potent for an office setting. This is a scent for special evenings, perfectly suited for dates or formal events where its unique character can truly shine. It's a bit much for casual wear, pulling you into more serious, contemplative territory.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
83%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, Warm Spicy accords and Raspberry, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Chelsea
Black Beetle
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