Unknown Pleasures
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Chelsea Morning
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly polarising beast, Unknown Pleasures is either a zesty, caramelised lemon cake of pure joy or a burnt, synthetic, and frankly bizarre curry-like mess. Sample first, this one's a wild ride.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it gourmand. Many rave about its edible, buttery lemon cake vibe, but for some, it's a cloying, burnt sugar, or even savoury mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 33% | 18% |
| Floral | 5% | 2% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 13% | 6% |
| Sweet | 36% | 52% |
| Warm | 8% | 18% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 3% | 5% |
| Animalic | 2% | 0% |
| Fresh | 26% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct gourmand profile make Unknown Pleasures a bit much for the office. However, it excels in casual and date settings, especially in colder weather, where its warmth and sweetness can shine without overwhelming. It's too unique and playful for most formal events and completely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong projection and potent gourmand character, Chelsea Morning is too overwhelming for a typical office environment. However, its cozy, edible scent makes it perfect for dates and casual outings, especially in cooler weather, where its warmth truly shines. It's far too foody and intense for formal settings or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Citrus, Vanilla accords and Vanilla, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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