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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper wild card. Some reckon it's a divine, luxurious scent, a beast-mode bargain taking them straight to the desert. Others, though, smell cheap synthetics, grandma's dusty attic, or even a 'diaper'. Love it or loathe it, it's definitely not for the faint of heart.
If you're already flush with boozy-sweet scents, this one might feel a bit too familiar. However, for those new to the genre or seeking a solid alternative, Ashy Wood delivers a surprisingly complex sweet-oud with an interesting mineral edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 15% | 9% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 4% |
| Sweet | 27% | 30% |
| Warm | 27% | 24% |
| Woody | 22% | 20% |
| Earthy | 23% | 21% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 5% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, as it's prone to cloying. The dense, warm, and sweet accords are ideal for dates and evening formal events, but it's too heavy for casual daytime wear unless it's very cold.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent sweet and woody accords make it a bit much for the office or sport. Ashy Wood truly shines on an intimate date or a formal evening out, where its rich, projecting warmth can be appreciated without overwhelming.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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