Is Gulf Orchid Yacht Club a dupe of Xerjoff 40 Knots?
40 Knots EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Yacht Club EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and totally unexpected, 40 Knots is a chameleon that baffles with its true identity. Don't expect a fresh aquatic; brace yourself for a woody, salty, powdery journey that many find utterly captivating, and just as many find utterly confusing.
This one's a bit of a chameleon, often starting off like baby wipes and ending up as a warm, sophisticated embrace. Don't expect aquatics, despite the name; think lush, purple florals paired with a honeyed, amber base. It's a surprisingly complex wear for its price point.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth finish make it surprisingly versatile for office wear, despite its initial intensity. The elegant, sophisticated character lends itself well to formal and date settings, though it might be a bit much for casual daytime if over-sprayed.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for various settings, though the opulent amber and honey notes might be a bit much for professional formal wear. Reviewers indicate it's easy to wear and suitable for day and night, especially in cooler weather, balancing its richness with a clean, powdery feel.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Similar overall composition based on olfactory analysis
Adds cedar and green notes, drops bergamot and honey
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United Kingdom from Italy. How import charges work