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Which Should You Buy?
A cult favorite for scent connoisseurs, Wrappings is a crisp, green aldehydic floral that exudes classic sophistication and quiet confidence, remaining utterly distinctive and timeless.
A cool, melancholy chrysanthemum-and-violet floral wrapped in incense, ash, and quiet smoke. This 2015 Section d'Or edition takes the original De Profundis and dials up the meditative, almost funereal stillness. Polarising and slow to bloom - not a crowd-pleaser, but a quiet masterpiece for anyone who likes their florals introspective.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 5% |
| Floral | 27% | 85% |
| Fruity | 0% | 5% |
| Green | 18% | 65% |
| Sweet | 10% | 10% |
| Warm | 9% | 30% |
| Woody | 12% | 55% |
| Earthy | 16% | 45% |
| Animalic | 8% | 25% |
| Fresh | 23% | 40% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The green and aldehydic freshness, with floral and herbal heart notes, makes Wrappings ideal for spring and early fall. Its crispness can cut through chillier days, though the woody moss base prevents it from being too light for autumn.
Occasions
The moderate projection and fresh green character make it versatile for office and casual wear, adding a sophisticated twist. Its unique aldehydic profile is refined enough for formal settings, but it is too complex for sport.
Seasons
A cool, contemplative floral that suits autumn and winter best - the chrysanthemum and incense feel right against grey light. Spring works for the fresh green opening, but summer is too warm for the melancholy.
Occasions
Formal and contemplative occasions only - quiet dinners, gallery visits, slow nights in. Too cerebral and slow-blooming for the office, too refined for sport, too unusual for casual rotation.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Floral, Woody accords and Green notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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