Essence Pure
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2002 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Jacomo for Her
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a real head-scratcher. Some find it a chemical disaster, others fall head over heels for its unique coziness. Its excellent performance and sophisticated warmth make it an undeniable gem for those whose skin chemistry hits just right, but blind buying is a gamble.
This one is a properly divisive chypre. For some, it embodies elegant sophistication, a woody-rose dream. For others, it’s a scrubber, an indolic nightmare of cheap patchouli. Definitely not a safe blind buy, you'll either adore it or regret it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 9% |
| Floral | 39% | 41% |
| Fruity | 4% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 10% |
| Sweet | 27% | 23% |
| Warm | 6% | 4% |
| Woody | 10% | 17% |
| Earthy | 11% | 10% |
| Animalic | 5% | 3% |
| Fresh | 14% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its impressive longevity and strong, warm, woody-vanilla accords make it perhaps too prominent for a busy office, but absolutely perfect for dates and formal events. While not exactly casual-wear, its comforting nature lends itself to relaxed evenings out.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its substantial woody-floral profile and strong sillage, though disputed by some, make it more suitable for evenings or formal events than a confined office space. The elegant feel of the rose chypre notes also elevates it beyond casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Floral, Powdery accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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