Gold
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Patchouli
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Which Should You Buy?
Commodity Gold is a seriously divisive vanilla. Some find it a luxurious, grown-up take on the classic, while others moan it's simply basic and astonishingly weak. Go in with an open mind, but keep your expectations for performance in check - it's a skin scent for many.
This one's a proper grown-up patchouli, woody and amber-rich without being too dark or earthy. It's a bit of a chameleon, with some finding it a dead ringer for Coromandel's sophisticated cousin, and others detecting a completely distinct cedar focus. Divisive on the exact composition, but generally well-regarded for quality and performance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 3% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 6% | 0% |
| Sweet | 37% | 39% |
| Warm | 19% | 15% |
| Woody | 29% | 26% |
| Earthy | 6% | 20% |
| Animalic | 16% | 16% |
| Fresh | 8% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, warm vanilla profile make it ideal for casual wear and office settings where strong fragrances are unwelcome. It's too subtle for a formal occasion and obviously unsuitable for sport given its delicate nature.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its strong longevity and above-average projection, this isn't a subdued office scent. It shines brightest for dates and formal events, where its rich, warm character makes a statement, though its bold, confident nature can also work for casual outings when you want to stand out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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