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A sharp, modern ginger twist on the classic leather-woody style. It feels urbane and assertive, with enough freshness to stay versatile, while the animalic and smoky nuances lend a grownup edge.
This Annick Menardo gem is a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some swear it's a £500 niche dupe, others call it 'boring' or 'ashtray vibes'. Reformulation rumours and temperamental performance mean it's a bit of a gamble, but the original was a unique, smoky, spicy-woody banger.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 6% |
| Floral | 3% | 4% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 3% | 11% |
| Warm | 29% | 32% |
| Woody | 28% | 19% |
| Earthy | 15% | 11% |
| Animalic | 27% | 27% |
| Fresh | 11% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The zing of ginger and subtle citrus freshness make it lively in spring, while the leather-woody heart and animalic warmth excel in cool autumn and mild winter. It can be a bit dense for high summer heat.
Occasions
The modern leather and spicy freshness make it alluring for evenings and dates, yet not too heavy for smart-casual or even some office use. Its animalic touch may be too assertive for sports or minimalist spaces.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, while the warm, woody, and spicy character lends itself well to casual and date settings, especially in cooler weather. It's generally too subtle and not fresh enough for sport, and a touch too 'everyday' for peak formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Smoky accords and Ginger, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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