Les Exclusifs de Chanel Sycomore
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2016 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Geranium Balsamic Note
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a grown-up, elegant vetiver with serious cult status. Divisive over price and its similarity to Encre Noire, but for fans, it's a 'holy grail' sophisticated woody, smoky experience that few can match.
This one's a bit of a tease. Beautiful, fresh, and uniquely herbal up top, but it largely fizzles out, leaving many wanting more depth and longevity. It's a genuine love-it-or-leave-it that struggles with its own subtlety.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 10% | 10% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 13% | 25% |
| Sweet | 10% | 5% |
| Warm | 20% | 19% |
| Woody | 37% | 33% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 19% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Sycomore's refined, understated sillage and excellent longevity make it perfect for formal and office settings where elegance is key. Its woody backbone lends itself well to casual wear, although its price point might make it more of a special occasion scent for some.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its subtle sillage and fleeting nature make it a good fit for office wear where stronger scents are unwelcome. It's too understated for formal events or most dates, but its freshness makes it suitable for casual outings and even light sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Woody accords and Juniper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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