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Which Should You Buy?
A properly classy woody scent that's a versatile all-rounder, without being boring. If you need a fragrance that's office appropriate but still interesting, this is a solid choice.
Tom Daxon's VSOP is a beautiful but tragically fleeting scent. Many rave about its opening, a truly 'out of this world' blend of boozy warmth and spice, only for it to disappear almost instantly. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some finding the geranium sickening, but the real issue is its blink-and-you-miss-it longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 13% |
| Floral | 9% | 12% |
| Fruity | 5% | 4% |
| Green | 8% | 7% |
| Sweet | 11% | 15% |
| Warm | 25% | 27% |
| Woody | 32% | 21% |
| Earthy | 7% | 6% |
| Animalic | 7% | 8% |
| Fresh | 14% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its moderate projection and well-balanced woody, aromatic profile make it perfectly suitable for an office environment or casual wear without being overpowering. While pleasant, it might lack the 'wow' factor some prefer for a formal event or a hot date.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its exceptionally poor longevity, VSOP isn't ideal for long events, but its sophisticated and warm aromatic profile makes it suitable for shorter dates or casual evening outings. The lack of powerful sillage means it wouldn't offend in an office, but it simply won't last your workday.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Pepper, Geranium notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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