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Christos Eau de Parfum bottle Christos EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2023 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Faux Semblant Eau de Parfum bottle Faux Semblant EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Christos EDP
This one's a divisive beast of an amber-incense, not for the faint of heart. If you want to smell like an ancient church filled with peppery smoke, or a 'rich orthodox person', then Christos might be your spiritual guide. Otherwise, probably steer clear.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Faux Semblant EDP
This is a bold, complex beast. Faux Semblant isn't for the faint of heart, blending challenging dirty oud and indolic florals with resinous amber and honey into something truly unique, and utterly divisive. You'll either adore its gothic opulence or find it downright offensive.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Christos EDP
Faux Semblant EDP

Notes

Accords

Christos Faux Semblant
100%
Amber
100%
63%
Woody
67%
58%
Balsamic
Honey
58%
55%
Warm Spicy
52%
Sweet
55%
Oud
54%
Patchouli
51%
Musky
50%
Powdery
48%
47%
Smoky
Amber shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
63%
67%
58%
58%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
52%
55%
Oud
54%
51%
50%
48%
47%

Performance

Christos Faux Semblant
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Christos

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Given its beast mode longevity and sillage, Christos is far too overpowering for an office setting. It's best suited for formal evening events or cold-weather dates where its unique intensity can be appreciated rather than overwhelming.

Faux Semblant

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and rich, dark character, Faux Semblant is too assertive for office or casual wear. It shines in formal settings or on an evening date, where its opulent and complex nature can be appreciated without overwhelming the space.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Christos EDP
Faux Semblant EDP
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