Yatagan
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1978 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
She Wood Velvet Forest Wood
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Which Should You Buy?
Yatagan is a scent for proper blokes. It's a challenging, unapologetically masculine classic that splits opinion between an 'old school masterpiece' and 'celery and bug spray'. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you're up for it, it screams confident swagger.
This one is a divisive gem. For some, it's a sublime journey into a serene forest; for others, it's a fleeting green whisper that fails to deliver on its promise. If you crave a natural, tranquil escape, it's worth a sniff, but don't expect a beastly performance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 10% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 27% | 34% |
| Sweet | 3% | 7% |
| Warm | 11% | 4% |
| Woody | 27% | 30% |
| Earthy | 25% | 17% |
| Animalic | 14% | 7% |
| Fresh | 16% | 21% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent, dense notes and animalic edge make it a challenging fit for the office, though some find it 'office safe' in moderation. The strong, unique character and moderate sillage lend themselves better to casual wear or intimate, rugged dates, especially in cooler weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle sillage and fresh, clean green and woody profile make it perfect for the office or casual wear where you don't want to overwhelm. However, its often-criticised poor longevity and intimate projection mean it's less suited for dates or formal events where more presence is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Aromatic accords and Patchouli, Galbanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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