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| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Sandal Ruby
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A chic, cardamom-driven woody with a soft spicy warmth and a breezy sense of urban energy. Not a powerhouse, but stylishly versatile and quietly magnetic for everyday wear.
Sandal Ruby is a controversial beast: some find it a sublime, spicy-floral-woody dream, while others recoil from its synthetic harshness. It is definitely not a safe blind buy, but if it works for you, prepare to be addicted to its bold, unapologetic character.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 28% | 26% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 6% | 4% |
| Sweet | 23% | 19% |
| Warm | 26% | 29% |
| Woody | 28% | 25% |
| Earthy | 0% | 12% |
| Animalic | 5% | 4% |
| Fresh | 8% | 4% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The cardamom and sandalwood give warmth and coziness that excels in fall and spring, while the clean, fresh undercurrent makes it wearable in summer. Winter wear is possible but less ideal due to moderate projection and absence of true heaviness.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and subtle aromatic quality make it excellent for office and casual settings. The gentle woods and spice offer versatility for dates but may lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance is potent and projects strongly, making it overwhelming for an office setting. However, its bold and seductive nature is perfect for date nights and formal evening events, particularly in colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, White Floral accords and Sandalwood, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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