The Library Collection Opus VI
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ashes
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Which Should You Buy?
A powerhouse amber that's either a magnificent, opulent journey or an overpowering, spicy onslaught. Love it or hate it, its discontinuation has only amplified its legendary status and the demand for this 'holy grail' scent.
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 | 2% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 13% | 11% |
| Sweet | 14% | 9% |
| Warm | 33% | 29% |
| Woody | 25% | 36% |
| Earthy | 25% | 24% |
| Animalic | 6% | 6% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional potency and beast-mode sillage make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for date nights or formal events where you want to make a statement. The opulent, warm spicy, and amber accords shine in these settings.
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 Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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