Guipure & Silk
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2024 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Absolute Shadow
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly gem is unbelievably polarising. Some rave it's a sweeter, more wearable Hypnotic Poison dupe, and a total steal. Others? They liken it to industrial cleaner or old aunties. Try before you buy, unless you like a gamble.
A divisive take on almond and orange blossom, this extrait splits opinions. Some adore its syrupy sweetness in the summer sun, while others find it cloying and lacking depth. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or those who prefer subtlety.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 21% | 24% |
| Fruity | 6% | 0% |
| Green | 8% | 0% |
| Sweet | 40% | 53% |
| Warm | 12% | 9% |
| Woody | 10% | 10% |
| Earthy | 10% | 4% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong vanilla, sweet, and powdery accords, plus reports of good longevity and moderate sillage, this leans heavily towards evening and cooler weather. It's a bit too heavy and potentially divisive for the office, but its comforting warmth makes it great for dates or cozy casual wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this scent is far too potent for an office environment. While it could work for casual evening wear, it shines brightest on a date, though its sweetness might be too much for some formal events. It's utterly unsuitable for sport due to its heavy, syrupy nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Almond accords and Almond, Orange Blossom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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