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Monarch Eau de Parfum bottle Monarch EDP
EDP Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2015 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
No.438 Black Saffron Parfum bottle No.438 Black Saffron Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Monarch EDP
Monarch is a divisive one. Some rave about its smooth, fruity leather and spicy warmth, while others smell a
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Our Verdict - No.438 Black Saffron Parfum
A fair approximation of Byredo Black Saffron's spicy-leather signature - the saffron opening and suede-like leather heart land close to the original, though the fruity-woody base is simpler and the minimalist Byredo polish doesn't fully translate.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Monarch EDP
No.438 Black Saffron Parfum

Notes

Accords

Monarch No.438 Black Saffron
100%
Leather
50%
96%
Warm Spicy
35%
84%
Amber
80%
Aromatic
76%
Sweet
72%
Fruity
35%
71%
Woody
40%
70%
Vanilla
70%
Oud
68%
Smoky
Spicy
55%
Leather shared
100%
50%
Warm Spicy shared
96%
35%
84%
80%
76%
Fruity shared
72%
35%
Woody shared
71%
40%
70%
Oud
70%
68%
55%

Performance

Monarch No.438 Black Saffron
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Monarch

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its blend of leathery warmth and subtle spice makes it versatile for a range of occasions; however, some report performance issues, meaning it might not be ideal for a long day at the office. The sophisticated, yet slightly playful, nature suits evenings out or more dressed-up casual events. It might be too heavy for sportswear.

No.438 Black Saffron

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
79%
Key Similarities

Both lean leather, warm spicy, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Monarch EDP
No.438 Black Saffron Parfum
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