Yatagan
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1978 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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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's a proper mixed bag - some swear by it, others reckon it's a generic let-down. If you're after a budget-friendly spicy leather that leans youthful and don't mind reapplying, give it a sniff. But don't expect anything groundbreaking from this divisive scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 27% | 25% |
| Sweet | 3% | 1% |
| Warm | 11% | 16% |
| Woody | 27% | 28% |
| Earthy | 25% | 26% |
| Animalic | 14% | 26% |
| Fresh | 16% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
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 moderate projection and fresh-spicy-leather profile make it suitable for casual wear or the office, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its perceived youthfulness and lack of depth limit its use for formal events and more intimate date settings. Given its weak longevity on many, it's also a good gym scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Smoky accords
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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