Dunhill Icon Absolute
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Shades Wood
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Which Should You Buy?
Icon Absolute could've been a contender, a classy, affordable take on the legendary Tom Ford Oud Wood. But its abysmal longevity and projection leave it as a mere whisper of what it could be. A scent you'll love for the fleeting moments it actually sticks around.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Beast mode performance and a high-end vibe for peanuts, IF you can get past the rough opening and you're well-versed in Middle Eastern rose-oud combos. Otherwise, you might just get a headache.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 13% |
| Floral | 29% | 29% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 5% | 7% |
| Sweet | 11% | 12% |
| Warm | 38% | 41% |
| Woody | 3% | 3% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 8% | 7% |
| Fresh | 13% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Despite its rich, more formal accords, this fragrance's weak performance makes it surprisingly office-safe and suitable for casual wear where close-quarters scent is desired. It struggles for dates or formal events unless you're prepared to reapply often, as reviews highlight its poor longevity and sillage.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and strong oud-rose profile, Shades Wood is best suited for colder weather and evening events. It's far too intense for the office or gym, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal gathering.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Oud, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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