94%
Very Similar
Horizon Eau de Parfum bottle Horizon
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1993 Year 1988
£ Price Tier ££
Nobile Eau de Parfum bottle Nobile

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Horizon
This 90s powerhouse is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For those who get it, Horizon is a cheapie gem, a unique blend of green, aquatic, and aromatic notes that stands out from the crowd. For others, it's a muddled mess of pine and synthetic weirdness.
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Our Verdict - Nobile
This legendary fougere has become a mythical beast due to its discontinuation, with prices bordering on the absurd. Is it worth tracking down? It's a classic for a reason: bold, fresh, and unapologetically masculine, a benchmark for the genre that still holds up. Don't fall for the hype prices, though.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 10%
Floral 20% 20%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 20% 21%
Sweet 10% 13%
Warm 8% 9%
Woody 16% 19%
Earthy 13% 14%
Animalic 8% 4%
Fresh 25% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Horizon EdP
Nobile EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Geranium 13% vs 13%
Carnation 13% vs 11%
Cyclamen 13% vs 11%
Rose 12% vs 13%
Jasmine 12% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 17% vs 20%
Cedar 12% vs 10%
Patchouli 11% vs 10%
Sandalwood 11% vs 14%
Musk 11% vs 10%
Amber 9% vs 10%

Accords

Horizon Nobile
100%
Aromatic
100%
83%
Woody
90%
66%
Fresh Spicy
86%
81%
Green
47%
Citrus
58%
50%
Earthy
55%
52%
Fresh
48%
Mossy
52%
50%
Floral
51%
50%
Aldehydic
Lavender
48%
47%
Herbal
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
83%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
66%
86%
Green shared
81%
47%
58%
Earthy shared
50%
55%
52%
Mossy shared
48%
52%
Floral shared
50%
51%
50%
48%
47%

Performance

Horizon Nobile
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Horizon

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for casual wear and even some sport activities where a clean scent is desired. However, its strong, sometimes polarising opening and classic barbershop vibe might not suit every office or date scenario.

Nobile

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its excellent longevity and projection make it suitable for dates and formal events, though its classic, assertive character might be a bit much for a quiet office or casual wear. Reviewers often highlight its masculine and elegant nature as ideal for standing out in special settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
94%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Green accords and Lavender, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Horizon
Nobile
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