Iris Shot Eau de Parfum bottle Iris Shot
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2019 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Royal Men Eau de Parfum bottle Royal Men

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Iris Shot
This isn't just an iris, it's a 'shot' of elegant, grown-up almond-iris. Divisive for some who crave classic powdery iris, but a sophisticated, creamy dream for those who want something unique and restrained.
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Our Verdict - Royal Men
An affordable clone that offers a refined, masculine aroma for those who appreciate classic scents. It's safe, versatile, and well-regarded for its quality-to-price ratio, making it a solid choice for everyday wear without breaking the bank.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 1%
Floral 11% 20%
Fruity 3% 0%
Green 14% 13%
Sweet 13% 24%
Warm 15% 17%
Woody 21% 19%
Earthy 14% 10%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 22% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Shot EdP
Royal Men EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 27% vs 50%
Shared Notes
Cedar 34% vs 33%
Only in Royal Men
Vanilla 67%

Accords

Iris Shot Royal Men
100%
Powdery
54%
52%
Aromatic
100%
Vanilla
91%
83%
Iris
62%
Woody
78%
72%
Almond
Lavender
72%
58%
Earthy
47%
Green
58%
56%
Fruity
55%
Nutty
55%
Musky
Balsamic
46%
Powdery shared
100%
54%
Aromatic shared
52%
100%
91%
83%
Woody shared
62%
78%
72%
72%
Earthy shared
58%
47%
58%
56%
55%
55%
46%

Performance

Iris Shot Royal Men
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Iris Shot

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and smooth, clean character make it well-suited for office wear, while the elegant iris and creamy almond are perfect for sophisticated formal events or intimate dates. It's a bit too refined for highly casual settings or sport.

Royal Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

This scent is versatile and inoffensive, making it suitable for casual wear and even office environments due to its moderate sillage. Its cozy and classy vibe lends itself well to date nights and autumnal outings, though its aromatic nature might be a bit too casual for very formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
81%
Olfactory
91%
Notes
84%
Accord
39%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Woody, Earthy accords and Cardamom, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Different accord profile

Where to buy

Iris Shot
Royal Men
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