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Davidoff Silver Shadow treads a classy line, balancing warm spices and subtle sweetness with a touch of mature masculinity. While some find it a bit too 'old man juice' or lacking in projection, others adore its elegant blend, making it a nuanced choice for those who appreciate understated sophistication.
A warm, spicy cosmic hug that's less about the stars and more about a cosy evening in. It's a comforting, if slightly unusual, blend for those who like their amber with a good dose of personality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 8% |
| Floral | 2% | 3% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 19% | 13% |
| Warm | 38% | 37% |
| Woody | 18% | 23% |
| Earthy | 22% | 21% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
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Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and warm, woody-spicy accords make it ideal for office wear and more formal settings where subtlety is key. For dates, it's suitably sensual without being overpowering. Its gentle projection makes it less suitable for high-energy activities like sport.
Seasons
Occasions
Its warm spicy and amber accords make it far too heavy for the office or sport. However, the rich, balsamic warmth lends itself well to date nights and more formal evening events without being overly stuffy. It's also suitable for casual evening wear when you want something comforting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Citrus accords and Patchouli, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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