Concrete
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Berlin
Concrete by Comme des Garçons is a bold, avant-garde sandalwood fragrance with a creamy, spicy, and synthetic-metallic edge, making it best for niche scent enthusiasts who crave innovation and texture. In contrast, Berlin by Noted Aromas is a more accessible, budget-friendly option built around peppery iris, powdery warmth, and subtle woods, offering understated elegance and modern minimalism. While both share woody, floral, and spicy accords, Concrete is edgier and more experimental, whereas Berlin feels softer, more refined, and easier to wear daily. Choose Concrete if you want a statement scent; pick Berlin if you value versatility and quiet sophistication.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You love bold, avant-garde fragrances
- You want creamy sandalwood with a synthetic twist
- You prefer scents that push boundaries
- You enjoy niche, conversation-starting perfumes
- You prefer subtle, powdery iris scents
- You want a budget-friendly option
- You value understated elegance and versatility
- You seek a fragrance for daily wear
A sandalwood masterpiece for niche lovers, Concrete is a study in contrasts - creamy, spicy, metallic and synthetic - that pushes boundaries while remaining enveloping and unexpectedly wearable.
Berlin is a pepper-laced iris surrounded by powdery warmth and subtle woods, striking a balance between modern minimalism and classic luxury. It is refined, quietly bold, and best suited to those who appreciate understated complexity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 6% |
| Floral | 20% | 14% |
| Fruity | 2% | 3% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 14% | 6% |
| Warm | 20% | 34% |
| Woody | 15% | 23% |
| Earthy | 3% | 14% |
| Animalic | 18% | 7% |
| Fresh | 19% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The spicy and sandalwood-dominated composition is best suited for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, but can be worn in spring for those who enjoy bold, woody scents. The warmth and density may be too much for hot summer days.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and creative woody-floral-spicy signature make it better for creative offices, dates, and evenings out than for sporty or highly professional settings. The unique synthetic-floral edge adds an avant-garde touch to formal occasions.
Seasons
Berlin's spicy-peppery opening and warm powdery iris heart suit the cool vibrance of spring and the mellow air of fall best, while its moderate richness and woody base maintain presence in winter without feeling heavy. It can work in summer, but the spice is more prominent than the freshness.
Occasions
The refined spiced floral-woody blend is sophisticated for formal occasions and creative for dates, while its boldness and character make it less ideal for sport or very casual, close-quarters settings. The moderate projection and powdery softness allow occasional office wear, but may feel too assertive for sensitive environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Floral, Spicy accords and Cardamom, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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