The Dandy Eau de Parfum bottle The Dandy
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2024 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Black Beetle Eau de Parfum bottle Black Beetle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Dandy Eau de Parfum
The Dandy is a sophisticated, whiskey-soaked woody fragrance that exudes confident elegance and vintage charm. Its rich, boozy heart and velvet woods create a uniquely magnetic signature that stands out in any crowd.
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Our Verdict - Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
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 16% 10%
Floral 3% 4%
Fruity 14% 12%
Green 2% 8%
Sweet 15% 12%
Warm 3% 8%
Woody 37% 26%
Earthy 27% 25%
Animalic 0% 11%
Fresh 11% 11%

Mood

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

Notes

Shared Notes
Raspberry 38% vs 36%
Bergamot 29% vs 32%
Only in The Dandy Eau de Parfum
Citron 32%
Only in Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
Frankincense 31%
Only in The Dandy Eau de Parfum
Cedar 33% Whisky 33% Oak 33%
Only in Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 57% Pimiento 43%
Only in The Dandy Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 51% Clearwood 49%
Only in Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
Woody 56% Musk 44%

Accords

The Dandy Eau de Parfum Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
99%
55%
Warm Spicy
100%
Patchouli
91%
75%
Whiskey
60%
Fruity
63%
Citrus
56%
50%
Sweet
54%
Earthy
54%
Amber
52%
Balsamic
52%
Woody shared
100%
99%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
100%
91%
75%
Fruity shared
60%
63%
56%
Sweet shared
50%
54%
54%
52%
52%

Performance

The Dandy Eau de Parfum Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

The Dandy Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The Dandy's rich woody and whiskey facets are best suited for cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its vibrant fruity top notes provide a lift that can work in spring, but its warmth is too dense for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The bold, opulent character and boozy warmth make it perfect for formal evenings or date nights. Its sillage and richness are too assertive for office or sporty settings but can add flair to upscale casual wear.

Black Beetle Eau de Parfum

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
82%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
83%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Dandy Eau de Parfum
Black Beetle Eau de Parfum
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