97%
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Mefisto Eau de Parfum bottle Mefisto
Edp Concentration Cologne
U Gender U
2009 Year 2013
££ Price Tier £
Old Windsor Cologne bottle Old Windsor

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mefisto
Mefisto is a fresh citrus bomb that's undeniably classy. It's often compared to Silver Mountain Water but with more floral depth and better performance. While some find it leans feminine, it's overwhelmingly lauded as a sophisticated, uplifting men's scent.
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Our Verdict - Old Windsor
A proper old-school cologne, Old Windsor is a blast from the past that delivers bright citruses and creamy woods. It's a classic for a reason, perfect for those who appreciate traditional, sophisticated scents.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 32%
Floral 22% 18%
Fruity 3% 3%
Green 6% 9%
Sweet 11% 9%
Warm 3% 0%
Woody 15% 19%
Earthy 5% 1%
Animalic 9% 8%
Fresh 26% 25%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mefisto EdP
Old Windsor Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 34% vs 40%
Lemon 29% vs 20%
Only in Mefisto
Grapefruit 36%
Only in Old Windsor
Bitter Orange 40%
Shared Notes
Lavender 36% vs 35%
Rose 31% vs 35%
Only in Mefisto
Iris 32%
Only in Old Windsor
Lemon Verbena 29%
Shared Notes
Musk 31% vs 31%
Sandalwood 26% vs 40%
Cedar 22% vs 27%
Only in Mefisto
Amber 20%

Accords

Mefisto Old Windsor
100%
Citrus
100%
57%
Woody
67%
62%
Powdery
52%
60%
Aromatic
55%
57%
Fresh Spicy
50%
55%
Lavender
51%
49%
Rose
51%
50%
Iris
48%
Musky
46%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
57%
67%
Powdery shared
62%
52%
Aromatic shared
60%
55%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
50%
Lavender shared
55%
51%
Rose shared
49%
51%
50%
Musky shared
48%
46%

Performance

Mefisto Old Windsor
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Mefisto

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its fresh, clean, and uplifting profile makes it perfect for casual and daytime office wear, projecting confidence without being overwhelming. While reviewers noted good longevity, it's generally considered less robust for formal or strenuous sport settings.

Old Windsor

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its traditional cologne profile and moderate projection make it a flexible choice for casual daily wear and the office. While quite sophisticated, its 'old-school' vibe might be less suited for very formal events or high-energy activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
97%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
93%
Accord
96%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Woody, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mefisto
Old Windsor
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