Baroque Rouge 540
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
B9
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Baroque Rouge 540 delivers a bold, crystalline amber and spicy saffron signature at a fraction of the price of its inspiration. It's sophisticated, assertive, and unmistakably present, but polarising in its floral-metallic sweetness.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it. Some reckon it's a 'nuclear white floral bomb' perfect for warm climes, while others find it turns rancid or overwhelming, especially on their skin. Definitely one to test before buying a full bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 6% |
| Floral | 31% | 29% |
| Fruity | 11% | 3% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 28% | 22% |
| Warm | 17% | 15% |
| Woody | 10% | 16% |
| Earthy | 5% | 16% |
| Animalic | 19% | 20% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Best suited for fall and winter due to its dominant amber, saffron, and warm musky-woody facets. In spring, it works well in the evenings, but the richness and projection can risk being too heavy for hot summer days.
Occasions
The scent's pronounced warmth and boldness make it more suited to formal events and date nights, while the density and projection could overwhelm in close office or sports settings.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Given its 'nuclear' strength and beastly sillage, B9 is probably a bit much for most offices, though some wear it. It's much better suited for dates and evenings out where its bold, sensual character can shine. It's a bit too rich for casual daily wear or anything sporty.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Musky, Warm Spicy accords and Jasmine, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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