Alpha
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ashes
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Which Should You Buy?
This "Alpha" is a solid, budget-friendly dupe, delivering an impressive take on a high-end woody incense. While it might fall short on projection for some, its excellent scent profile and quality-for-price make it a firm favourite for many.
This one's a proper Gothic romance in a bottle, all dark woods and ancient incense. It's a statement scent, bold and unapologetic, but don't expect it to charm everyone - it's definitely a 'love it or leave it' affair that commands attention.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 11% |
| Sweet | 7% | 9% |
| Warm | 26% | 29% |
| Woody | 34% | 36% |
| Earthy | 20% | 24% |
| Animalic | 10% | 6% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage makes it acceptable for a subtle office wear, and the warm, woody character is well-suited for dates and formal events. However, it's not a casual or sport scent due to its depth and lack of freshness.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, Ashes is too imposing for an office or casual daytime wear, as community reviews confirm. Its dark, heavy, and sophisticated woody-incense profile makes it far better suited for formal events or intimate evening dates, especially in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Balsamic accords and Guaiac Wood, Incense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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