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Uncut Gem Eau de Parfum bottle Uncut Gem EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2022 Year 2002
£££££ Price Tier £
Magnificent VII For Men Eau de Parfum bottle Magnificent VII For Men EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Uncut Gem EDP
Uncut Gem is a divisive one, splitting opinion between those who love its sharp, modern masculinity and those who find it an abrasive, synthetic rehash. It's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but for those it clicks with, it's a confident, everyday signature.
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Our Verdict - Magnificent VII For Men EDP
A budget take on the groundbreaking YSL M7, built around the same smooth oud over a bright citrus opening and warm amber base. It captures the polished, understated oud-amber character but renders the powdery-orangey depth flatter and shorter-lived than the original.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Uncut Gem EDP
Magnificent VII For Men EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 21% vs 36%
Mandarin 18% vs 34%
Only in Magnificent VII For Men
Rosemary 29%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 29% vs 44%
Only in Magnificent VII For Men
Oud 55%
Shared Notes
Musk 26% vs 48%
Amber 24% vs 51%

Accords

Uncut Gem Magnificent VII For Men
100%
Amber
65%
87%
Citrus
64%
Woody
85%
84%
Musky
Oud
70%
68%
Powdery
58%
Aromatic
50%
49%
Fresh
46%
Animalic
45%
Earthy
Amber shared
100%
65%
87%
Woody shared
64%
85%
84%
Oud
70%
68%
Aromatic shared
58%
50%
49%
46%
45%

Performance

Uncut Gem Magnificent VII For Men
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Uncut Gem

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and masculine profile, combined with good longevity and moderate sillage, makes it highly versatile for daily wear, particularly in professional or casual settings. Some find it strong, which might make it less ideal for intimate date nights or very formal events.

Magnificent VII For Men

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The smooth oud, vetiver and warm amber profile is at its best in cooler autumn and winter weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated, understated oud-amber character suits evenings, formal wear and dates over daytime casual or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Uncut Gem EDP
Magnificent VII For Men EDP
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