Fathom V
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 1998 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Balmain de Balmain
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, challenging, and utterly unique, Fathom V is a 'love it or hate it' scent that conjures vivid, often dark, imagery. It's a photorealistic journey into damp earth and decaying florals, perfectly capturing the melancholy of a rain-soaked cemetery or the intense green of a florist's cold room.
Balmain de Balmain is a divisive classic, a green chypre that's either a sharp, sophisticated masterpiece or a challenging, unisex green blast. It's not for everyone, but if you appreciate a bone-dry, aromatic experience, you're in for a treat.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 6% |
| Floral | 15% | 26% |
| Fruity | 5% | 3% |
| Green | 19% | 23% |
| Sweet | 11% | 10% |
| Warm | 15% | 6% |
| Woody | 16% | 19% |
| Earthy | 24% | 25% |
| Animalic | 4% | 1% |
| Fresh | 16% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Fathom V isn't one for the office unless applied with an extremely light hand. It's too evocative and unique for most formal settings, leaning more towards casual wear or niche events. The scent profile, particularly the 'wet earth' and 'funeral flowers' vibe, makes it less suited for an intimate date, unless your date shares your appreciation for the avant-garde.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated, albeit sharp, green chypre profile makes it excellent for formal and office settings where a commanding presence is desired. The pronounced green and aromatic accords, coupled with strong longevity reported by many, might be too much for casual or intimate date wear, making it less versatile for such occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Earthy, Woody accords and Jasmine, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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