Abraaj Viking
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 1996 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bvlgari Pour Homme
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a brilliantly crafted, fresh-spicy scent that punches well above its weight class. A bit of a performance lottery, with some experiencing fleeting joy while others get Creed-level longevity - either way, the scent profile is universally adored.
This one's a stone-cold classic, a truly elegant and subtle tea-focussed scent. Though the original formulation was stronger, modern batches suffer from poor performance, making it a skin scent for self-enjoyment rather than turning heads.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 9% |
| Floral | 17% | 18% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 10% | 11% |
| Sweet | 15% | 14% |
| Warm | 16% | 17% |
| Woody | 18% | 18% |
| Earthy | 9% | 13% |
| Animalic | 6% | 7% |
| Fresh | 20% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its versatile fresh-spicy and aromatic profile makes it suitable for most casual and semi-formal settings. The varying reports on longevity mean it's good for dates or casual outings where reapplication isn't a faff, but might struggle for all-day office wear depending on your batch.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive, and subtle sillage makes it ideal for professional settings where strong scents are unwelcome. While it lacks the projection for a standout date night, its refined character suits casual outings and formal events that don't demand a loud statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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