In the City of Sin
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Cairo
ScentArt
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In the City of Sin
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Cairo
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - In the City of Sin
This one is a real head-scratcher and a classic case of 'your mileage may vary'. It's either an enchanting spicy fruit dream or a cloying, awkward mess. Best to try before you buy, unless you enjoy fragrant Russian roulette.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Cairo
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir (2005) - pomegranate, pink pepper and guaiac wood translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Favourite
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 2% |
| Floral | 11% | 13% |
| Fruity | 18% | 27% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 16% | 18% |
| Warm | 23% | 19% |
| Woody | 24% | 21% |
| Earthy | 17% | 21% |
| Animalic | 1% | 1% |
| Fresh | 12% | 7% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
In the City of Sin
EdP
Cairo
EdP
Notes
In the City of Sin
Cairo
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Patchouli
41%
vs
44%
Only in In the City of Sin
Cedar
58%
Only in Cairo
Guaiac Wood
56%
Accords
In the City of Sin
Cairo
Performance
In the City of Sin
Cairo
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Strong
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
In the City of Sin
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Best For:
Date
Formal
Also Works:
Casual
Its moderate sillage and good longevity make it suitable for dates and formal events, allowing its complexities to unfold intimately. While some find it office-safe, its distinctive spicy-fruity character might be too divisive for everyday workplace wear.
Cairo
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Winter
Also Works:
Spring
Summer
Pomegranate-pepper-guaiac wears warmest autumn.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Date
Casual
Formal
Date, formal evening, casual evening.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
89%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
85%
Accord
85%
Key Similarities
Both share Fruity, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Plum, Patchouli notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
In the City of Sin
Cairo
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