Trajan
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Blue Homme
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
If you're a BR540 fan, this is the smoother, more wearable, citrus-kissed version you've been waiting for. It's divisive only if you fundamentally hate that DNA, otherwise it's a stellar alternative that many prefer.
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some rave about its fresh, clean vibe and bang-for-your-buck value, hailing it as a solid alternative to a classic. Others find it utterly synthetic, generic, and a cheap imitation that misses the mark entirely. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as individual skin chemistry plays a huge role here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 26% | 26% |
| Floral | 5% | 13% |
| Fruity | 6% | 3% |
| Green | 12% | 13% |
| Sweet | 8% | 15% |
| Warm | 12% | 11% |
| Woody | 12% | 12% |
| Earthy | 16% | 13% |
| Animalic | 14% | 5% |
| Fresh | 23% | 24% |
Mood
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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 excellent longevity and notable projection make it a bit much for a formal office setting, though it's clean enough for casual office wear. Trajan shines on dates and casual outings where its inviting sweetness and sophisticated profile will be well-received, and handles formal events with ease due to its refined character.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and moderate nature makes it a good fit for everyday casual wear and office settings, as noted by several reviewers. While some praise its performance for summer, its average longevity and projection, combined with the fresh profile, make it less ideal for formal events or high-impact date nights, though it's still pleasant enough.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Lavender, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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