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Exceptional Because You Are Eau de Parfum bottle Exceptional Because You Are EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2008 Year 2011
££ Price Tier ££
Wood Mystique Eau de Parfum bottle Wood Mystique EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Exceptional Because You Are EDP
Seriously, the name is a boldfaced lie. This isn't 'Exceptional Because You Are'; it's 'Generic Because You Are'. A forgettable, soapy floral that's aggressively average. It exists, sure, but why bother?
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Our Verdict - Wood Mystique EDP
Prepare for a divisive experience; Wood Mystique is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. Many find it magnificent and luxurious, a softer take on oud, while others are utterly unimpressed, getting artificial notes and a distinct lack of proper wood. Apply with caution, as it can be a beast on some skins, a mere whisper on others.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Exceptional Because You Are EDP
Wood Mystique EDP

Notes

Exceptional Because You Are
Wood Mystique
Only in Exceptional Because You Are
Floral 100%

Accords

Exceptional Because You Are Wood Mystique
100%
Floral
76%
Rose
100%
Oud
96%
Woody
82%
Sweet
75%
Fruity
72%
Leather
67%
Patchouli
60%
Amber
57%
Floral shared
100%
76%
100%
Oud
96%
82%
75%
72%
67%
60%
57%

Performance

Exceptional Because You Are Wood Mystique
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Exceptional Because You Are

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its weak projection and short longevity make it largely inoffensive, hence suitable for office wear where strong scents are a no-go. However, its generic, soapy floral nature and lack of depth mean it's not a go-to for dates or formal events, though it's perfectly fine for casual, everyday use.

Wood Mystique

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity on many wearers, Wood Mystique is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine, like dates or formal events, rather than an office setting. The heavy rose, oud, and leather accords suggest a richness that suits cooler weather and evening wear.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Very similar olfactory profile and scent character

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Exceptional Because You Are EDP
Wood Mystique EDP
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