Made to Measure Eau de Parfum vs Pierre de Velay No. 6 Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Made to Measure EDP

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Reviews are all over the shop; some absolutely love its subtle charm, others reckon it's a weak, forgettable mess. Expect either a pleasant surprise or utter disappointment.

Statement

Our Verdict - Pierre de Velay No. 6 EDP

A truly unique scent, Pierre de Velay No. 6 is a 'love it or hate it' affair. Many find it incomparable, a masterful blend of the familiar and the exotic that smells 'natural' and 'perfect'. Others find it merely 'nice' or 'wearable' - but everyone agrees it's distinctive for those with a taste for something different.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Made to Measure EDP

Pierre de Velay No. 6 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 25% vs 22%

Only in Made to Measure

Lavender 36% Orange Blossom 20% Anise 19%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 6

Bay Leaf 27% Clary Sage 26% Lemon 24%

Only in Made to Measure

Plum 28% Juniper 20% Cinnamon 18% Nutmeg 18% Water Lily 16%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 6

Davana 27% Rose 20% Jasmine 20% Ylang-Ylang 17% Labdanum 17%

Shared Notes

Leather 29% vs 8%

Only in Made to Measure

Amber 25% Patchouli 23% Labdanum 21%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 6

Juniper 9% Clove 8% Cardamom 7% Styrax 7% Orris 7% Castoreum 7% Benzoin 7% Elemi 6% Nutmeg 6% Frankincense 6% Musk 5% Cedar 5% Tonka Bean 5% Vetiver 5%

Accords

Made to Measure Pierre de Velay No. 6

100%

Fresh Spicy

77%

86%

Aromatic

100%

78%

Lavender

75%

Fruity

68%

Citrus

54%

66%

Sweet

65%

Amber

58%

Warm Spicy

63%

62%

Woody

58%

62%

Floral

58%

Leather

55%

Balsamic

48%

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

77%

Aromatic shared

86%

100%

Lavender

78%

Fruity

75%

Citrus shared

68%

54%

Sweet

66%

Amber shared

65%

58%

Warm Spicy

63%

Woody shared

62%

58%

Floral

62%

Leather shared

58%

55%

Balsamic

48%

Performance

Made to Measure Pierre de Velay No. 6

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Made to Measure

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its generally weak projection and inoffensive nature make it perfect for the office or casual day wear where subtlety is key. Some find it suitable for dates due to its gentle aura, but its lack of strong sillage limits its impact in formal settings or during sport.

Pierre de Velay No. 6

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate projection and natural scent profile make it versatile enough for day or evening, though its complexity leans it away from casual sport and more towards sophisticated gatherings. The blend of fresh aromatics with deep, warm notes means it can adapt to various social occasions without being overpowering.