Tabu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1932 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ambre Cashmere Intense
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Which Should You Buy?
Tabu is the original 'slutty' smell, a classic that refuses to die. It's a bold, spicy, animalic bomb - love it or hate it, just don't over-spray unless you want to gaslight your enemies.
This one is a properly polarising amber, adored by some for its elegant, cashmere-soft embrace and absolutely slated by others for its challenging opening. Patience is a virtue here, as its glorious drydown is worth the wait for many.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 18% |
| Floral | 23% | 16% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 18% | 24% |
| Warm | 24% | 25% |
| Woody | 13% | 11% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 10% | 4% |
| Fresh | 8% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, spicy-animalic character, Tabu is far too potent for the office. It's best suited for romantic dates or evening formal events where its commanding presence can shine, though some enjoy it casually when applied sparingly.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and warm, comforting amber-powdery accords make it well-suited for cooler weather and intimate settings like dates or casual meet-ups. While often considered office-appropriate due to its understated elegance, its intensity means it’s not ideal for formal events or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Powdery, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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