In The Stars Eau de Parfum bottle In The Stars
Edp Concentration Edp
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2017 Year 2023
£ Price Tier £
Taraf Black Eau de Parfum bottle Taraf Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - In The Stars Eau de Parfum
This is B&BW's infamous Baccarat Rouge dupe, and it's certainly a divisive one. Some smell cheap, synthetic horror, while others are convinced it's a high-class, affordable masterpiece. You'll know which camp you're in after a sniff, but its surprising longevity for a mist can make it hard to forget.
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Our Verdict - Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
This budget-friendly Middle Eastern gem is surprisingly complex, offering a sweet, warm embrace that often defies its price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a subtly oudy, saffron-tinged amber, though some find the opening a bit sharp and the blend inconsistent.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 7%
Floral 9% 12%
Fruity 4% 0%
Green 2% 5%
Sweet 33% 32%
Warm 14% 20%
Woody 24% 14%
Earthy 9% 19%
Animalic 21% 19%
Fresh 9% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
In The Stars EdP
Taraf Black EdP

Notes

Only in Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Oud 40% Saffron 36% Bergamot 23%
Shared Notes
Amber 17% vs 28%
Sugar Cane 16% vs 42%
Only in Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Rose 29%
Only in Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Tonka Bean 45% Musk 28% Oakmoss 27%

Accords

In The Stars Eau de Parfum Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
100%
Sweet
100%
96%
Amber
84%
92%
Powdery
84%
Musky
51%
52%
Vanilla
83%
82%
Oud
78%
80%
Woody
50%
Warm Spicy
74%
69%
Citrus
52%
Rose
63%
51%
Animalic
Metallic
51%
Sweet shared
100%
100%
Amber shared
96%
84%
92%
Musky shared
84%
51%
Vanilla shared
52%
83%
Oud shared
82%
78%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
50%
74%
Citrus shared
69%
52%
63%
51%
51%

Performance

In The Stars Eau de Parfum Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

In The Stars Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

While some find it office-appropriate, its potent projection and distinct, 'perfumey' character can be too much for close quarters. It shines on dates and casual outings, where its warmth and modern sweetness are appreciated. Wear it to the gym if you're not afraid of making a statement.

Taraf Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sweet and resinous profile, combined with generally good projection for the price, makes it better suited for evenings or cooler weather. While some find it light enough for casual wear, its bold character might be a bit much for most office environments.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
84%
Accord
74%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Amber, Vanilla accords and Oud, Sugar Cane notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

In The Stars Eau de Parfum
Taraf Black Eau de Parfum
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