90%
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SHK I Eau de Parfum bottle SHK I
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U Gender U
2024 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Creed Carmina Parfum bottle Creed Carmina

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - SHK I
A powerhouse of woody, musky sophistication, SHK I is Armaf's latest masterpiece. It's a bold-as-brass, beast-mode aromatic that might not be a safe blind buy for everyone, but those who 'get' it will find their new signature scent. It's a proper statement, no messing about.
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Our Verdict - Creed Carmina
A dynamic blend of fresh and warm notes, Creed Carmina offers versatility and niche sophistication for various occasions.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 28%
Floral 9% 7%
Fruity 5% 6%
Green 6% 4%
Sweet 9% 5%
Warm 14% 10%
Woody 26% 33%
Earthy 10% 13%
Animalic 11% 5%
Fresh 18% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
SHK I EdP
Creed Carmina EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 100% vs 50%
Only in Creed Carmina
Grapefruit 50%
Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 35% vs 46%
Only in Creed Carmina
Cedar 54%
Shared Notes
Musk 33% vs 20%

Accords

SHK I Creed Carmina
100%
Woody
80%
45%
Fresh Spicy
90%
70%
Aromatic
60%
Citrus
70%
64%
Musky
60%
55%
Amber
55%
Earthy
49%
Powdery
Woody shared
100%
80%
Fresh Spicy shared
45%
90%
70%
Citrus shared
60%
70%
Musky shared
64%
60%
55%
55%
49%

Performance

SHK I Creed Carmina
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

SHK I

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its monstrous projection and longevity mentioned in multiple reviews, SHK I is far too potent for office wear. Its luxurious, bold character makes it an excellent choice for dates and formal occasions, though it could also work casually if applied lightly. It's definitely not one for the gym.

Creed Carmina

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

The fresh spicy and citrus elements make it suitable for spring and fall, while the woody notes add warmth, making it versatile for cooler weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With moderate projection, it's appropriate for office and date settings, offering a balance of fresh and warm notes that isn't overpowering.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
92%
Accord
65%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Woody, Citrus accords and Bergamot, Cedar notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

SHK I
Creed Carmina
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