Mystere
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Fathom V
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Mystere is a deeply divisive, potent earthy-rose chypre with echoes of vintage powerhouses. Some find it a 'vile' alcoholic mess, others laud its unique blend of cold and warm. Worth a sniff if you're brave enough.
Divisive, challenging, and utterly unique, Fathom V is a 'love it or hate it' scent that conjures vivid, often dark, imagery. It's a photorealistic journey into damp earth and decaying florals, perfectly capturing the melancholy of a rain-soaked cemetery or the intense green of a florist's cold room.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 5% |
| Floral | 11% | 15% |
| Fruity | 0% | 5% |
| Green | 31% | 19% |
| Sweet | 9% | 11% |
| Warm | 12% | 15% |
| Woody | 13% | 16% |
| Earthy | 34% | 24% |
| Animalic | 2% | 4% |
| Fresh | 21% | 16% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its potent projection and strong, slightly challenging chypre character make it less suitable for many office environments. However, its intensity and unique blend lean into formal and date settings where making a statement is desired.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Fathom V isn't one for the office unless applied with an extremely light hand. It's too evocative and unique for most formal settings, leaning more towards casual wear or niche events. The scent profile, particularly the 'wet earth' and 'funeral flowers' vibe, makes it less suited for an intimate date, unless your date shares your appreciation for the avant-garde.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Earthy, Woody, Aromatic accords and Patchouli, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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