Y Eau de Parfum bottle Y
Edp Concentration Extrait
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2018 Year 2023
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y Eau de Parfum
Y Eau de Parfum is the benchmark of modern aromatic masculinity - vibrant, crisp, and versatile with just enough woody richness to leave a lasting impression without ever shouting.
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Our Verdict - FOUCO Extrait
This BDC-inspired Extrait is a beastmode freshie that splits opinion. You'll love its powerful, versatile performance, but some find an 'off' note that makes it unwearable. Definitely worth trying if you're a fan of the genre and can tolerate a bit of synthetic edge.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 17%
Floral 12% 10%
Fruity 7% 8%
Green 22% 23%
Sweet 10% 12%
Warm 14% 6%
Woody 20% 18%
Earthy 12% 5%
Animalic 0% 2%
Fresh 25% 27%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Y EdP
FOUCO Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 24% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Lavender 32% vs 23%
Geranium 29% vs 25%
Only in Y Eau de Parfum
Sage 37%
Only in FOUCO Extrait
Pineapple 25% Green 25%
Shared Notes
Amberwood 17% vs 13%
Tonka Bean 16% vs 21%
Cedar 16% vs 17%

Accords

Y Eau de Parfum FOUCO Extrait
95%
Aromatic
100%
85%
Fresh Spicy
94%
75%
Woody
91%
60%
Citrus
82%
Green
74%
70%
Herbal
67%
30%
Sweet
63%
Amber
58%
Fruity
57%
Lavender
56%
30%
Earthy
Aromatic shared
95%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
94%
Woody shared
75%
91%
Citrus shared
60%
82%
74%
Herbal shared
70%
67%
Sweet shared
30%
63%
58%
57%
56%
30%

Performance

Y Eau de Parfum FOUCO Extrait
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Y Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Its vibrant citrus, apple, and aromatic top notes make Y Eau de Parfum ideal for spring and fall when a fresh yet substantial signature is desirable. Summer works due to the freshness, but the denser woody and spicy base can feel too much in high heat, while winter mutes the brightness.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Versatile projection and clean, modern profile make this safe but distinctive for office and casual settings. The aromatic freshness can suit dates, but it lacks the elegance for formal wear and the minimalism for sport.

FOUCO Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its beastmode projection and longevity make it less ideal for enclosed office spaces, with some reviews suggesting it's an 'outdoor fragrance'. However, its fresh, versatile profile makes it excellent for casual wear year-round and strong enough for dates or some formal events where you want to make an impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
85%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Lavender, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Y Eau de Parfum
FOUCO Extrait
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