The Library Collection Opus I
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Spiky Muse
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive, opulent floral beast that demands patience. The opening might try your nose, but if you stick with it, Opus I unfolds into a complex, woody-floral masterpiece for some, a cloying mess for others. Definitely not a blind buy.
Spiky Muse is a divisive but daring take on a rose scent. It's a bright, tenacious fruity-floral for those who like their roses with a bit of a kick, though some find its sharp, modern edge a bit much.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 11% |
| Floral | 29% | 24% |
| Fruity | 10% | 11% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 22% | 22% |
| Warm | 16% | 15% |
| Woody | 18% | 20% |
| Earthy | 7% | 5% |
| Animalic | 4% | 2% |
| Fresh | 9% | 11% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this is too much for an office setting and completely unsuitable for sport. It's best reserved for date nights and formal events, where its opulent character can truly shine without overpowering the room.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its bright, energetic character with good projection and longevity makes it suitable for casual and sport settings, as noted by community reviews wearing it to the gym. The bold rose and fruit profile feels too assertive for formal events and might be a bit much for a conservative office, though a light hand could make it work for a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Rose, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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