The Jewel
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Smoke & Mirrors
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper oud bomb, no two ways about it. If you're into that deep, animalic woody vibe, you'll love it. If not, it's probably going to hit you like a brick, so best sample first. Definitely a polarising scent, but with serious presence.
Don't fall for the hype: Smoke & Mirrors is a divisive one. While some find a decent, masculine scent, others detect an unpleasant, dated aroma. Many agree it's just 'average' and doesn't live up to its marketing claims.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 3% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 13% | 16% |
| Warm | 10% | 6% |
| Woody | 47% | 40% |
| Earthy | 11% | 5% |
| Animalic | 26% | 42% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its potent woody and animalic accords, coupled with strong performance, make it too dominant for most office environments or casual wear. However, its luxurious depth and sophisticated character are perfectly suited for formal events and an intimate, memorable date night.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The strong woody, leathery, and musky accords, alongside a consensus of average to weak performance, make this unsuitable for intimate office settings. It's best suited for casual or date wear, where a bolder, slightly mysterious scent can be appreciated, but not for formal events due to its polarising nature and lack of widespread appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Musky accords and Musk, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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