Tam Dao
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Mena
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Which Should You Buy?
Tam Dao EDT is a subtle, photorealistic woody fragrance that evokes deep calm, but be warned: performance is often fleeting. It's a love-it-or-go-anosmic scent, so test before you commit.
Mena is a scent that provokes strong reactions. Prepare yourself for an orthodox church in a bottle, a rich, resinous amber and sandalwood affair. Some find it a spiritual masterpiece, others a challenging, even 'soiled nappy' scent. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it kind of fragrance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 10% |
| Sweet | 14% | 22% |
| Warm | 11% | 23% |
| Woody | 45% | 48% |
| Earthy | 5% | 11% |
| Animalic | 7% | 10% |
| Fresh | 14% | 13% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, woody accords make it highly suitable for the office and casual wear. While pleasant for a date, its lack of projection means it's for close encounters, and the casual, natural vibe makes it less ideal for formal settings.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its rich, resinous character and significant projection make it unsuitable for an office setting. However, the luxurious, warm amber and sandalwood make it an ideal choice for a date or formal evening, while being a bit too heavy for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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