Smoky Wood
| Extrait | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Anfar London's Smoky Wood is a surprisingly sophisticated take on the Sauvage Elixir DNA, offering a more wearable and fresher interpretation. It's a crowd-pleaser for those seeking a less intense, caramel-infused woody fragrance.
This is a bold, divisive scent that's far from a crowd-pleaser. Some find it a masterpiece of dark luxury with incredible performance; others dismiss it as an ashtray or complain about its supposed fleeting nature. Definitely try before you buy, as impressions vary wildly.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 19% | 13% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 16% | 14% |
| Sweet | 10% | 8% |
| Warm | 13% | 17% |
| Woody | 28% | 23% |
| Earthy | 20% | 24% |
| Animalic | 17% | 18% |
| Fresh | 8% | 8% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With strong projection and decent longevity, this scent leans more towards evening and social events, though its enhanced wearability means it can work in a professional setting with lighter application. The woody-amber character and sweetness make it suitable for dates and formal occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, dark accords make it less suitable for office wear. This is a dramatic scent, perfect for evening dates or formal events where its unique character can truly shine, though some find it too challenging for everyday casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Musky accords and Oud, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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