Gaba
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Historic Doria
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Which Should You Buy?
This Ganymede-adjacent powerhouse has sparked debate, but Gaba manages to pull off that metallic ambroxan DNA with a welcome twist of warmth. It's a polarizing scent, but if you're into beast-mode performance and a modern edge, you'll love it.
Historic Doria is a powerful, polarising scent. You'll either love it or hate its nuclear projection of sweet, musky florals and ambroxan. Not for the faint-hearted, this one enters the room long before you do and often stays past its welcome. Blind buying is not advised.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 17% |
| Floral | 27% | 29% |
| Fruity | 11% | 13% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 17% | 21% |
| Warm | 6% | 1% |
| Woody | 14% | 14% |
| Earthy | 3% | 4% |
| Animalic | 13% | 16% |
| Fresh | 20% | 19% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it potentially overwhelming for a close-quarters office setting. However, its modern, compliment-getting appeal and versatile accord profile make it suitable for dates and casual outings, while still having enough presence for less stuffy formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
Given its beastly projection and longevity, Historic Doria is unsuitable for office wear, where it would overwhelm. It's best suited for evenings out, dates, or formal events where its strong presence can shine without being intrusive, though a light hand is crucial.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Musky, Woody accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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