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Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously polarising scent - some find it dark and mysterious, others get pure plasticky baby wipes. It's a love-it-or-hate-it woody vanilla that’s often compared to Bvlgari Black, but with debatable performance.
This one's divisive: a clean, powdery hug of a woody scent for some, a bar of old-fashioned rose soap for others. Don't expect a Tam Dao dupe; this is its own subtle, musky creature, designed to be discovered rather than announced.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 12% | 16% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 6% |
| Sweet | 28% | 15% |
| Warm | 6% | 4% |
| Woody | 49% | 50% |
| Earthy | 15% | 12% |
| Animalic | 1% | 6% |
| Fresh | 0% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
While many report this as a skin scent with poor longevity, its woody-vanilla profile leans towards nocturnal and intimate settings. It's too dark and potentially distracting for an office, but perfect for dates or relaxed evening wear, especially in cooler weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and clean, woody-powdery profile make it ideal for office wear and casual outings where a gentle scent is preferred. The lack of strong sillage, a common trait in Japanese perfumery, means it won't overwhelm, though it might be too understated for a formal event.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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