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| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Dark Vinyl Musk
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, an audacious single-note wonder that'll have some reaching for their credit card and others for the scrubbing brush. Expect divisive reactions and complex, ever-shifting amber resin that's anything but linear.
This one's a proper dark horse - a challenging, art-school scent that's absolutely divisive. You'll either get its slick, vinyl-musk vibe and adore its edgy originality, or recoil from a 'burnt plastic' nightmare. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 0% | 9% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 25% | 22% |
| Warm | 35% | 26% |
| Woody | 10% | 18% |
| Earthy | 25% | 16% |
| Animalic | 20% | 25% |
| Fresh | 0% | 3% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent amber and musky accords, coupled with a strong sillage mentioned by some, lean it away from office wear. However, its complex and intriguing character makes it surprisingly versatile, suitable for a confident person on a date or even a formal event if applied sparingly, though it's too heavy for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Dark Vinyl Musk is far too potent for office wear. It truly shines on a date or for formal, evening events, where its intense character can make a statement without overwhelming. Its unique profile also makes it suitable for adventurous casual outings where you want to stand out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Balsamic accords and Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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