Icon Elite
| Edp | Concentration | Other |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Cuba Authentic Dark
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Which Should You Buy?
Dunhill Icon Elite is a divisive woody scent: some find it a sophisticated, underrated gem, while others dismiss it as generic and underwhelming. It's affordable, but its performance is a toss-up - sometimes subtle, sometimes surprisingly long-lasting on clothes.
Total chaos in a bottle. This isn't just bad, it's an affront to scent, a nonsensical hodgepodge that smells like a bad Axe body spray and then vanishes. Avoid at all costs, unless you're into olfactory torture.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 13% |
| Floral | 2% | 5% |
| Fruity | 1% | 9% |
| Green | 13% | 10% |
| Sweet | 6% | 9% |
| Warm | 20% | 22% |
| Woody | 29% | 24% |
| Earthy | 11% | 10% |
| Animalic | 7% | 8% |
| Fresh | 17% | 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
Its moderate projection and generally refined woody character make it suitable for office wear. While pleasant, it lacks the strong projection often desired for dates or casual outings, though some find it sufficiently elegant for formal settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its overwhelming synthetic opening and rapid disappearance make this unsuitable for any occasion. It's universally panned for its poor wearability and offensive scent profile.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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