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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, challenging, but ultimately a unique and sophisticated fragrance that stands out from the crowd. It's not a blind buy friendly crowd-pleaser, but for those who get it, it's a 'love it or hate it' masterpiece.
278 gives a simplified take on Dolce & Gabbana Devotion Pour Homme's lemon-coffee-patchouli signature, thinner and less resinous than the designer version.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its unique and bold coffee-forward profile makes it a bit too assertive for the office but intriguing for dates. The sophisticated woody and warm spicy accords lend themselves well to casual and formal settings, especially in cooler weather.
Seasons
Warm coffee-patchouli base suits cooler weather.
Occasions
Easy enough for dates and relaxed evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, citrus
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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