Dakar
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ashes
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it throwback to 80s masculinity. Dakar is an absolute beast for the price, delivering powerful performance and strong vintage Drakkar Noir vibes, but its intense, old-school character isn't for everyone.
This one's a proper Gothic romance in a bottle, all dark woods and ancient incense. It's a statement scent, bold and unapologetic, but don't expect it to charm everyone - it's definitely a 'love it or leave it' affair that commands attention.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 19% | 11% |
| Sweet | 11% | 9% |
| Warm | 22% | 29% |
| Woody | 34% | 36% |
| Earthy | 28% | 24% |
| Animalic | 2% | 6% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent performance and strong projection make it less suitable for office environments, which favour subtlety. However, its clean, 'barbershop' freshness and incredible longevity are ideal for casual wear, gym, or situations where you want to make a lasting impression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, Ashes is too imposing for an office or casual daytime wear, as community reviews confirm. Its dark, heavy, and sophisticated woody-incense profile makes it far better suited for formal events or intimate evening dates, especially in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Cedar, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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