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Chinatown Eau de Parfum bottle Chinatown EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender F
2005 Year 2013
££££ Price Tier ££
24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre Eau de Toilette bottle 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Chinatown EDP
Chinatown is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a polarizing, unique blend of spicy florals and creamy woods that some find enchanting and others, well, say it's more 'old lady' than niche.
Acquired
Our Verdict - 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre EDT
This one's a proper collector's item, primarily for the hardcore 24 Faubourg fans. While it echoes the original, don't expect a radical departure - it's a subtle tweak rather than a revolution. The bottle's a looker, but the scent itself is a comfortable, familiar embrace.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Chinatown EDP
24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 34% vs 16%
Only in Chinatown
Peach Blossom 66%
Shared Notes
Gardenia 27% vs 19%
Orange Blossom 20% vs 14%
Only in Chinatown
Tuberose 33% Peony 20%
Only in 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre
Elderflower 29% Iris 24% Jasmine 14%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 19% vs 20%
Sandalwood 18% vs 30%
Patchouli 14% vs 20%
Only in 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre
Amber 30%

Accords

Chinatown 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre
100%
White Floral
100%
78%
Floral
99%
92%
Woody
97%
Sweet
92%
57%
Powdery
84%
Citrus
82%
68%
Tuberose
Iris
65%
62%
Vanilla
Amber
62%
52%
Aromatic
49%
Animalic
47%
Fresh
White Floral shared
100%
100%
Floral shared
78%
99%
Woody shared
92%
97%
92%
Powdery shared
57%
84%
82%
68%
65%
62%
62%
52%
49%
47%

Performance

Chinatown 24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Chinatown

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and distinctive, strong white floral and oriental accords make it a bit much for the office. However, these same qualities, especially the sensual woody-spicy dry down, lend themselves perfectly to date nights and formal events. It's a bold choice, but some reviewers find it versatile enough for daily wear.

24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

The rich floral and amber accords suggest a more refined presence, lending itself well to formal events and special dates. While it could work in a professional setting, its opulent character makes it less suitable for everyday casual wear or active situations.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, woody, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Chinatown EDP
24 Faubourg Chaine d'Ancre EDT
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