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Which Should You Buy?
A bold, woody-spicy statement with luxurious warmth and resinous depth. Impeccably blended for lovers of incense and woods, it stands out as a modern Tom Ford signature with impressive presence and lasting power.
This one is a divisive but ultimately beloved complex gourmand, a real love-it-or-hate-it scent with a loyal following. It's unique, but some find it a touch mature. If you want to stand out, this is it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 9% |
| Sweet | 26% | 19% |
| Warm | 33% | 27% |
| Woody | 30% | 21% |
| Earthy | 17% | 15% |
| Animalic | 4% | 3% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dominant woody, resinous, and spicy notes make this fragrance ideal for cooler weather and transitional seasons. It shines in fall and winter when warmth and depth are most appreciated, but its aromatic character is also suitable for early spring.
Occasions
Its rich, sophisticated blend makes it especially fitting for formal evenings or romantic occasions, but it also works for the office if applied lightly. Too sumptuous for sporty settings, but versatile enough for upscale daytime and nighttime wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office environments, as noted by coworker reactions. However, its unique and sophisticated gourmand character makes it excellent for dates or formal events where it can truly shine and garner compliments. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear due to its intensity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Vanilla, Frankincense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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