ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A tropical-oud Frankenstein that divides opinion. Some find it a fruity, mass-appealing beast. Others say it's harsh, synthetic, or a "hot mess" of clashing notes. Definitely don't blind buy; this one's a sprayer-beware situation.
Divisive and complex, Timbuktu is a journey. Some find it a masterful, unique vetiver-incense blend, others get a generic or even 'old man' vibe. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 0% | 3% |
| Fruity | 15% | 17% |
| Green | 7% | 7% |
| Sweet | 13% | 16% |
| Warm | 33% | 28% |
| Woody | 27% | 23% |
| Earthy | 18% | 22% |
| Animalic | 10% | 2% |
| Fresh | 9% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast mode performance and polarising nature make it too assertive for the office. However, its bold and luxurious character, alongside tropical notes, works well for dates, formal events, and even casual wear where you want to make a statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sophisticated, dry woody character make it suitable for more formal or intimate settings like dates and elegant gatherings, though some find it casual enough for everyday. It's too complex and perhaps too quiet for sports, and can be a bit 'too much' or too unique for a typical office environment depending on how it performs on skin.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Sweet accords and Mango notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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