Charlie White
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1994 | Year | 2021 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Young at Heart
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Charlie White is an enigma; a fresh, clean scent that's loved for its watery florals, but bafflingly controversial for its notorious 'pencil shavings' or 'gasoline' scent. It's a divisive cheapie with a cult following, often praised for its nostalgic charm but criticised for reformulation woes.
This one's a playful, green take on watermelon, not the sugary-sweet stuff you might expect. It's divisive; some find it a unique, refreshing gem, others a bit basic for the price. Think less fruit cocktail, more refreshing rind and subtle florals.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 49% | 38% |
| Fruity | 25% | 31% |
| Green | 10% | 6% |
| Sweet | 25% | 23% |
| Warm | 0% | 3% |
| Woody | 0% | 3% |
| Earthy | 1% | 0% |
| Animalic | 2% | 5% |
| Fresh | 29% | 27% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and often subtle profile makes it an excellent choice for office wear or casual daytime activities where you don't want to offend. The lack of strong projection and sweetness makes it less suitable for formal events or romantic dates, but it gets a boost for sport from its aquatic and ozonic character.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and fruity profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and sports, as it feels clean and invigorating. It's light enough for the office, but its playful character might be less fitting for formal events. Several reviews highlight its suitability for warm weather and daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Ozonic, Aquatic accords and Jasmine, Watermelon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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