Is Alexandria Fragrances 50 Shades Of Grey a dupe of Tom Ford Grey Vetiver?

Grey Vetiver EDP

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50 Shades Of Grey Extrait

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Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum bottle Grey Vetiver EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Grey Vetiver EDP
Tom Ford Grey Vetiver is a timeless, mature classic, divisive only by its dedicated focus on a clean vetiver. It's often praised as the ultimate office scent, though some find its linearity uninspiring or its performance too subtle to justify the price.
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Our Verdict - 50 Shades Of Grey Extrait
A versatile fragrance that melds freshness with a spicy kick, making it a great companion for both workdays and casual evenings.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Grey Vetiver EDP A 50 Shades Of Grey Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Grey Vetiver EDP
50 Shades Of Grey Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Nutmeg 34% vs 22%
Only in Grey Vetiver
Iris 33% Allspice 32%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 35% vs 32%
Only in Grey Vetiver
Woody Notes 25% Oakmoss 21% Amber 18%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Grey Vetiver 50 Shades Of Grey
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Grey Vetiver

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Often cited as the perfect office fragrance due to its clean, professional, and inoffensive profile, its moderate projection makes it ideal for close quarters. While classy enough for formal events, its 'all-business' character and limited 'sex appeal' reduce its date night suitability.

50 Shades Of Grey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The fragrance balances fresh and spicy notes that work well in varied temperatures, making it suitable for transitional seasons like spring and fall.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The moderate projection and intensity make it versatile for casual and semi-formal occasions, while the rich accords add an elegant touch, fitting for dates and office wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
65%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Vetiver, Nutmeg

Key Differences

Adds allspice and amber, drops ambroxan and bergamot

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