ANKA
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Dolce di Giorno
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for impact. ANKA is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that screams 'Ganymede, but make it fruity and even more potent'. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get it' will rave about its unique, industrial-peach charm.
This one's a mixed bag. Some revel in its spiced plum glory and creamy woods, others find it too medicinal or reminiscent of glorified soap. Definitely a polarising scent, so sample before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 11% |
| Floral | 3% | 1% |
| Fruity | 9% | 11% |
| Green | 10% | 7% |
| Sweet | 19% | 17% |
| Warm | 32% | 34% |
| Woody | 18% | 24% |
| Earthy | 18% | 12% |
| Animalic | 6% | 1% |
| Fresh | 10% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
ANKA's phenomenal, 'nuke-like' projection and longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm. It excels on a date or for casual outings where making a bold statement is desired, but its unconventional profile might be too 'weird' for traditional formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and warm, spicy-woody character make it less suitable for a quiet office environment. However, its complex and sensual nature shines on dates and formal occasions, with enough versatility for a sophisticated casual outing.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Grapefruit notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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