Brutus Eau de Parfum bottle Brutus
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2014 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum bottle Gris Montaigne

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Brutus Eau de Parfum
Brutus is a divisive, earthy patchouli that swings from sophisticated fougere to 'unwashed @zz' depending on who you ask. It's a tamer Gualtieri, but temper your expectations regarding performance.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper masterpiece, oozing understated elegance and sophistication. A truly divisive scent, loved by many for its unique blend of woody florals and hated by a few who find it too harsh or reminiscent of unexpected things. It's a real shame it's discontinued, but if you can find it, you're in for a treat.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 29% 29%
Floral 24% 27%
Fruity 4% 9%
Green 9% 5%
Sweet 14% 16%
Warm 5% 2%
Woody 10% 14%
Earthy 14% 14%
Animalic 6% 6%
Fresh 20% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Brutus EdP
Gris Montaigne EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 59%
Only in Brutus Eau de Parfum
Mandarin 49%
Only in Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Grapefruit 40%
Shared Notes
Rose 31% vs 32%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 24% vs 22%
Cedar 15% vs 14%
Musk 14% vs 12%
Oakmoss 14% vs 21%
Amber 14% vs 14%
Only in Brutus Eau de Parfum
Labdanum 15%
Only in Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 15%

Accords

Brutus Eau de Parfum Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
93%
Patchouli
69%
88%
Citrus
60%
66%
Earthy
73%
Mossy
69%
Rose
68%
64%
Warm Spicy
56%
58%
Amber
46%
52%
Aromatic
52%
Balsamic
52%
Musky
Powdery
49%
Floral
46%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Patchouli shared
93%
69%
Citrus shared
88%
60%
Earthy shared
66%
73%
69%
68%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
56%
Amber shared
58%
46%
52%
52%
52%
49%
46%

Performance

Brutus Eau de Parfum Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Brutus Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

While some find it versatile and office-appropriate due to its moderate sillage, others report fleeting longevity, making it less ideal for all-day formal or sport wear. The sophisticated woody and patchouli profile lends itself well to dates and casual refined settings.

Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its elegant and often subtle projection makes it suitable for office and formal wear, where it projects sophistication without being overbearing. Though some find it feminine, many note its unisex appeal, making it versatile for various dressier occasions. Its performance is generally good, ensuring it lasts without being a beast, hence its flexibility.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
89%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, Patchouli accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Brutus Eau de Parfum
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