Naxos Eau de Parfum vs Sound of a Ricochet Eau de Parfum

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Naxos Eau de Parfum bottle Naxos EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2015 Year 2017
££ Price Tier £££££
Sound of a Ricochet Eau de Parfum bottle Sound of a Ricochet EDP
$149.90+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at Maple Prime
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Where they differ

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Naxos EDP
A powerhouse honey-tobacco fragrance with opulent sweetness and Mediterranean zest, Naxos seduces with both assertive projection and plush comfort. Not for the shy-this is unisex luxury with true presence.
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Our Verdict - Sound of a Ricochet EDP
Divisive yet magnetic, Sound of a Ricochet is not for the faint-hearted. It polarises with its strong character, drawing comparisons to MFK Grand Soir but with a unique, sometimes challenging, smoky-woody vanilla twist. It's a statement scent, demanding appreciation.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Naxos EDP A Sound of a Ricochet EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Naxos EDP
Sound of a Ricochet EDP

Notes

Only in Sound of a Ricochet
Vanilla 100%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Naxos Sound of a Ricochet
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Naxos

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Naxos thrives in cooler weather and transitional seasons, as its honeyed sweetness, rich tobacco, and warm spicy facets bloom best in the fall and winter air. The bright citrus and aromatic opening keeps it wearable in spring, though it can feel heavy in high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its honey-tobacco richness and assertive projection make it ideal for evening, date, and formal occasions where you want to stand out. It's less suited for the office or sporty settings due to its sweetness and boldness.

Sound of a Ricochet

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with rich vanilla and woody accords, make it too prominent for most office settings. However, it shines on dates and formal occasions due to its sophisticated and sensual aura, while being suitable for casual wear if applied lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
3%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 3 notes, including Tonka Bean, Vanilla

Key Differences

Adds sandalwood, drops bergamot and cashmeran

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