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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sacreste
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Sacreste is a divisive beast: an unapologetically 'churchy' incense, for some it's a nostalgic spiritual journey, for others, it's a flat, sour, or even synthetic mess that conjures images of burnt sofas. Test before you commit, because this ain't for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 3% |
| Floral | 4% | 1% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 11% | 13% |
| Warm | 32% | 39% |
| Woody | 19% | 26% |
| Earthy | 11% | 17% |
| Animalic | 27% | 13% |
| Fresh | 13% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally good longevity make it versatile for most non-formal occasions. While some report it's too 'churchy' for the office, others find its neutrality ideal for daily wear, leaning into its subtle woodiness for casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Balsamic accords and Labdanum, Guaiac Wood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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