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Davidoff Silver Shadow treads a classy line, balancing warm spices and subtle sweetness with a touch of mature masculinity. While some find it a bit too 'old man juice' or lacking in projection, others adore its elegant blend, making it a nuanced choice for those who appreciate understated sophistication.
A blind buy for confident men and a treasure for vintage hunters, Attitude Extreme is a discontinued gem for good reason. It's an intoxicating, sexy beast, though some will find its strong spice a bit much. A true gentleman's scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 12% |
| Floral | 2% | 2% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 19% | 22% |
| Warm | 38% | 36% |
| Woody | 18% | 16% |
| Earthy | 22% | 23% |
| Animalic | 6% | 3% |
| Fresh | 6% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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 and warm, woody-spicy accords make it ideal for office wear and more formal settings where subtlety is key. For dates, it's suitably sensual without being overpowering. Its gentle projection makes it less suitable for high-energy activities like sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense spicy-amber profile make it too much for the office but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make an impression. Reviewers often highlight its 'sexy' and 'gentleman's scent' qualities, indicating it's best for occasions that call for sophistication rather than casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Amber, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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