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The Library Collection Opus IX Eau de Parfum bottle The Library Collection Opus IX EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
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2015 Year -
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Library Collection Opus IX EDP
Divisive, dramatic, and unapologetically animalic. This isn't for the faint-hearted; it's a bold, indolic jasmine bomb that demands attention and polarises opinions, but those who love it, really love it. A true niche statement.
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Our Verdict - Obsidian Veil Extrait
Obsidian Veil is Aromara's take on Guerlain Santal Royal, a creamy oud-and-sandalwood fragrance. It captures the smoky, creamy warmth of the pairing reasonably well, though the sandalwood base is thinner than Guerlain's signature richness.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Library Collection Opus IX EDP
Obsidian Veil Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 46% vs 53%
Only in The Library Collection Opus IX
Camellia 28% Pepper 26%
Only in Obsidian Veil
Rose 47%
Shared Notes
Leather 34% vs 52%
Only in The Library Collection Opus IX
Beeswax 35% Guaiac Wood 30%
Only in Obsidian Veil
Oud 47%
Only in The Library Collection Opus IX
Civet 42% Ambergris 35% Vetiver 23%

Accords

The Library Collection Opus IX Obsidian Veil
100%
Animalic
66%
Amber
64%
Musky
58%
Woody
58%
Powdery
55%
Floral
40%
52%
Leather
55%
Oud
50%
48%
Beeswax
100%
66%
64%
58%
58%
Floral shared
55%
40%
Leather shared
52%
55%
Oud
50%
48%

Performance

The Library Collection Opus IX Obsidian Veil
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Library Collection Opus IX

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and distinct animalic floral character make it unsuitable for typical office wear but perfect for formal events or a commanding presence on a date. Reviews highlight its 'loud' and 'attention-grabbing' nature, restricting its versatility for casual settings.

Obsidian Veil

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A warm, creamy sandalwood-oud composition that suits cold-weather wear more than the floral opening might suggest.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Smoky and sophisticated enough for evening dates and formal occasions rather than casual daytime wear.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, leather

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Library Collection Opus IX EDP
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