Royal Arms Diamond Edition
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2012 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Muscs
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral bouquet; some find it a gorgeous, powdery violet-rose delight, others just ‘old-lady’ stage makeup. It's a proper British country garden in a bottle, if a bit fleeting.
If you're after a clean, radiant rose with a musky backdrop, Black Muscs delivers - but don't expect 'black' or animalic depth. It's a crowd-pleasing fresh scent, perfect for those who want a delicate, bright take on rose and often find the Montale comparison unflattering.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 29% |
| Floral | 29% | 25% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 13% | 4% |
| Sweet | 19% | 16% |
| Warm | 2% | 7% |
| Woody | 5% | 7% |
| Earthy | 11% | 11% |
| Animalic | 15% | 18% |
| Fresh | 23% | 22% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong powdery floral character, this leans towards more traditional or formal settings. Its moderate sillage keeps it from being overwhelming for an office, while a shorter longevity means it's less suited for all-day wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it an excellent choice for daily wear, particularly in an office setting. The delicate rose and musky drydown offer versatility for casual outings and even semi-formal events, though it lacks the boldness for a truly sporty context.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Violet Floral, Rose accords and Rose, Violet notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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