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Africana Eau de Parfum bottle Africana EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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- Year 2020
£ Price Tier ££££
New York 5th Avenue Eau de Parfum bottle New York 5th Avenue EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Africana EDP
This one's a proper marmite fragrance - you'll either love it or hate it, there's no in-between. A real beast of a scent, delivering an unapologetic punch of synthetic sweet fruit that demands attention. Definitely not for the faint of heart or those seeking subtlety.
Acquired
Our Verdict - New York 5th Avenue EDP
New York 5th Avenue is a refined fragrance with a balanced blend of spices and wood, perfect for all seasons.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Africana EDP
New York 5th Avenue EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 50% vs 40%
Only in Africana
Mandarin 50%
Only in New York 5th Avenue
Cardamom 32% Bergamot 27%
Shared Notes
Iris 100% vs 53%
Only in New York 5th Avenue
Orris 47%
Shared Notes
Cedar 25% vs 37%
Sandalwood 25% vs 25%
Only in Africana
Amber 25% Vetiver 25%
Only in New York 5th Avenue
Vanilla 21% Leather 17%

Accords

Africana New York 5th Avenue
100%
Woody
80%
98%
Citrus
76%
Powdery
Spicy
70%
68%
Amber
66%
Iris
55%
Earthy
Floral
50%
47%
Aromatic
45%
Sweet
Leather
30%
Woody shared
100%
80%
98%
76%
70%
68%
66%
55%
50%
47%
45%
30%

Performance

Africana New York 5th Avenue
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Africana

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

With its nuclear projection and intense sweetness, Africana is far too attention-grabbing for office or formal settings. It's best suited for casual outings, especially in warmer weather, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming those around you.

New York 5th Avenue

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The rich blend of woody and spicy notes makes it suitable for cooler temperatures, ideal for spring and fall. It maintains versatility for summer due to its fresh accords.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Perfect for office and date settings due to its moderate projection and sophisticated character. It's less suited for sporty or highly casual environments.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Cedar, Sandalwood, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Africana EDP
New York 5th Avenue EDP
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