500 Years
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
As Sawira
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper grower, mind. It starts a bit challenging with a rubbery, almost medicinal kick, but if you stick with it, 500 Years blossoms into a dark, luxurious rose-and-cacao affair. Definitely not a blind buy, but for those who get it, it's an addictive, enigmatic beast.
Penhaligon's As Sawira is a divisive ode to oud, saffron, and rose. Some find it a richly blended, sophisticated oriental, while others dismiss it as an overpriced, uninspired take on a well-trodden genre. Prepare for a strong opening and a dry down that's either divine or dull.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 15% |
| Floral | 31% | 44% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 18% | 17% |
| Warm | 21% | 25% |
| Woody | 12% | 1% |
| Earthy | 16% | 8% |
| Animalic | 14% | 13% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and potent, long-lasting nature, this scent isn't one for the office where it could overwhelm. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events due to its dark, sophisticated rose and warm spicy character, creating an alluring and memorable aura.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, complex character make it largely unsuitable for office wear, where it could easily overpower. However, its richness and longevity are perfect for date nights or formal events, where making a sophisticated statement is key.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Oud accords and Rose, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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