London
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2021 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
If you're seeking a sophisticated amber with serious gravitas, London delivers. It's a supremely blended, luxurious scent, though some find it a bit too subtle for the price tag. Expect quiet quality, not a shouty declaration.
This one's a divisive beast. Some reckon it's a masterpiece, a classic Guerlain spicy aromatic with a classy air. Others, though, smell cheap designer vibes or even, bizarrely, raw egg. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 15% |
| Floral | 16% | 7% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 16% | 17% |
| Sweet | 15% | 14% |
| Warm | 23% | 28% |
| Woody | 10% | 14% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 7% | 2% |
| Fresh | 15% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance's warm, spicy, and amber characteristics lend themselves perfectly to evening and cooler weather events. It's too refined and deep for casual wear or sport, and its powerful presence might be a bit much for a typical office setting, though its smoothness keeps it from being overwhelming.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated spicy-woody character lends itself well to formal and date settings, conveying a mature elegance. While not overly loud, some find it too traditional or strong for everyday casual wear or the office, and it's certainly not suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Aromatic accords and Rose, Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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