Ashes
| Extrait | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Kingdom of Dreams
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This is a seriously polarising incense bomb. Critics call it sulphurous and gag-inducing, but its devotees say it's 'holy', 'gothic', and 'sensual'. Expect a deep, dark journey into spiritual mystique, or a scrubber - there's no middle ground here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 11% | 2% |
| Sweet | 9% | 16% |
| Warm | 29% | 32% |
| Woody | 36% | 30% |
| Earthy | 24% | 27% |
| Animalic | 6% | 16% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, sensual profile, this is not an office-friendly scent. It's best suited for intimate evening settings or occasions demanding a powerful, mysterious presence, such as a date or a formal event in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Smoky accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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