Arborist EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Boss Bottled Oud Saffron EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Arborist is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of fragrance. For some, it's a deeply sensual, masculine forest floor fantasy; for others, it's an oily, sweaty mess. If you're brave enough for a scent that leans into the 'dirty' side of nature, you might just find your new obsession.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Ignore the 'Boss Bottled' bit; it's a bold, full-on rose-saffron-oud that some find divine and others, well, disgusting. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if you're into robust Middle Eastern vibes, it's a secret gem for the price.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its bold projection and strong, potentially divisive accords make it less suitable for the office. However, its unique sensuality makes it a fantastic choice for dates and gives a rugged charm to casual wear. Many reviews mention it evoking a 'sweaty' or 'BO' vibe, which could work for sport if you're leaning into that, but might be overwhelming for formal settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense accords, particularly the challenging oud and strong rose, make it unsuitable for office or sport. The seductive, warm, and sophisticated profile, with excellent longevity, positions it perfectly for dates and formal evening wear in colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean amber, woody, warm spicy
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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