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500 Years Eau de Parfum bottle 500 Years EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2019 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 500 Years EDP
This one's a proper grower, mind. It starts a bit challenging with a rubbery, almost medicinal kick, but if you stick with it, 500 Years blossoms into a dark, luxurious rose-and-cacao affair. Definitely not a blind buy, but for those who get it, it's an addictive, enigmatic beast.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Safran Rare EDP
This one's a divisive oud-saffron bomb that some absolutely adore for its smoky, leathery depth and beast-mode performance, while others find the saffron muted and the overall impression a bit one-note. Expect opulent warmth, but be warned, it's not for the faint of heart.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
500 Years EDP
Safran Rare EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 26% vs 22%
Shared Notes
Rose 100% vs 22%

Accords

500 Years Safran Rare
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
86%
Rose
49%
69%
Woody
81%
58%
Oud
66%
55%
Amber
66%
61%
Patchouli
56%
Leather
50%
54%
Aromatic
55%
Metallic
55%
Balsamic
51%
Smoky
50%
46%
Floral
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
Rose shared
86%
49%
Woody shared
69%
81%
Oud shared
58%
66%
Amber shared
55%
66%
61%
Leather shared
56%
50%
Aromatic shared
54%
55%
55%
51%
50%
46%

Performance

500 Years Safran Rare
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

500 Years

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and potent, long-lasting nature, this scent isn't one for the office where it could overwhelm. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events due to its dark, sophisticated rose and warm spicy character, creating an alluring and memorable aura.

Safran Rare

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong projection and warm, spicy accords, this scent commands attention, making it less suitable for a quiet office setting. It truly shines for date nights and formal events, where its luxurious and bold character can make a lasting impression.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, rose, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

500 Years EDP
Safran Rare EDP
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