Iris Fauve Eau de Parfum bottle Iris Fauve
Edp Concentration Edp
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2017 Year 2023
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Dark As Wood Eau de Parfum bottle Dark As Wood

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Iris Fauve
Prepare for a proper cinnamon storm, as Iris Fauve delivers a warm, spicy wallop. If you're after a delicate iris, you'll be disappointed, but if rich, enveloping amber with a hint of powdery mystique is your jam, you're in for a treat. Just don't expect it to stick around all day.
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Our Verdict - Dark As Wood
If you're seeking a sophisticated, amber-woody iris for cooler weather and can handle a slightly rough opening, this is a gem. It’s punching well above its weight for the price, especially if you miss a certain discontinued Guerlain.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 1%
Floral 11% 12%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 3% 1%
Sweet 18% 15%
Warm 21% 26%
Woody 24% 24%
Earthy 29% 24%
Animalic 8% 9%
Fresh 4% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Fauve EdP
Dark As Wood EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Iris 41% vs 43%
Shared Notes
Musk 20% vs 32%

Accords

Iris Fauve Dark As Wood
100%
Amber
100%
90%
Woody
87%
85%
Warm Spicy
65%
81%
Earthy
54%
73%
Iris
62%
57%
Balsamic
71%
65%
Cinnamon
64%
Powdery
65%
55%
Musky
60%
Patchouli
58%
Smoky
56%
55%
Aromatic
Amber shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
90%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
65%
Earthy shared
81%
54%
Iris shared
73%
62%
Balsamic shared
57%
71%
65%
Powdery shared
64%
65%
Musky shared
55%
60%
58%
56%
55%

Performance

Iris Fauve Dark As Wood
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Iris Fauve

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its warm, spicy and amber character, this is best suited for cooler weather and evening occasions. While some find its performance fleeting, its strong initial projection makes it less ideal for the office but perfect for dates or dressier events.

Dark As Wood

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

This fragrance leans heavily towards formal and date night wear due to its sophisticated amber-woody profile. While some reviews suggest it's light and close to the skin, its richness means it's best reserved for cooler seasons and more dressed-up occasions, rather than casual or athletic settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
83%
Accord
85%
Key Similarities

Both share Musky, Amber, Woody accords and Iris, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Iris Fauve
Dark As Wood
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