Black Edition Eau de Parfum vs Wood Citrus Leaf Eau de Parfum

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Black Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Black Edition EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Wood Citrus Leaf Eau de Parfum bottle Wood Citrus Leaf EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Edition EDP
This one's a proper mixed bag, isn't it? For some, it's a classy, versatile gem punching well above its price tag, a refined "gentleman's scent" that performs. For others, it's a generic, synthetic mess that evokes cheap aftershave. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite what some reviewers say.
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Our Verdict - Wood Citrus Leaf EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Mancera Aoud Lemon Mint - a woody fragrance led by Mandarin Orange, Almond, Pepper, with citrus depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Edition EDP
Wood Citrus Leaf EDP

Notes

Accords

Black Edition Wood Citrus Leaf
100%
Woody
90%
68%
Citrus
78%
71%
Earthy
68%
Powdery
67%
Sweet
66%
48%
Warm Spicy
54%
51%
Amber
50%
Mossy
48%
Floral
Oud
42%
Woody shared
100%
90%
Citrus shared
68%
78%
71%
68%
Sweet shared
67%
66%
Warm Spicy shared
48%
54%
51%
50%
48%
Oud
42%

Performance

Black Edition Wood Citrus Leaf
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile lend itself well to office and casual wear, as many users highlight its 'office-friendly' nature. The woody-violet character is versatile for dates, but could be a bit too understated for formal events and too complex for active sports.

Wood Citrus Leaf

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the woody, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, citrus, sweet

Key Differences

Adds almond and amber, drops cedar and cotton candy

Where to buy

Black Edition EDP
Wood Citrus Leaf EDP
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