Overture Man
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2008 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
8 88
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Overture Man is divisive, a complex beast of boozy spice and raw animalics. Not for the faint-hearted or those seeking broad appeal, it's a bold statement for the confident and the connoisseur.
This isn't for the faint of heart; 8 88 is either a 'wow' or a 'weird', with its metallic-spicy embrace alienating as many as it enraptures. A challenging but undeniably unique scent for those who dare.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 2% |
| Floral | 3% | 9% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 15% | 15% |
| Warm | 37% | 40% |
| Woody | 12% | 15% |
| Earthy | 21% | 31% |
| Animalic | 14% | 9% |
| Fresh | 7% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, challenging profile, with strong spicy and animalic notes, make it unsuitable for office or sport. However, its complex, boozy, and luxurious character lends itself to special date nights and formal events, though some find it too intense for even these.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its unique, sometimes 'metallic' nature and solid projection make it a bit much for a formal office setting, though some found it wearable if lightly applied. The warm and intriguing accords lend themselves well to dates and casual outings where its distinctiveness can be appreciated without being overwhelming.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Aromatic accords and Geranium, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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