Kologne, Shield of protection
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2022 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Shanghai
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Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Kologne, Shield of protection
A divisive blend that promises protection but delivers polarisation. If you're after a clean, natural citrus kick with an herbal twist, and your skin chemistry plays nice, this could be your unique summer shield. Otherwise, you might find it smells like floor cleaner or mosquito spray.
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Our Verdict - Shanghai
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Louis Vuitton L'Immensite (2018) - bergamot, rosemary and amberwood 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 | 26% | 23% |
| Floral | 5% | 4% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 25% | 20% |
| Sweet | 7% | 8% |
| Warm | 7% | 17% |
| Woody | 16% | 20% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 6% | 11% |
| Fresh | 31% | 29% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Kologne, Shield of protection
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Shanghai
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Notes
Kologne, Shield of protection
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Only in Kologne, Shield of protection
Mandarin
28%
Bitter Orange
20%
Mint
18%
Lime
18%
Eucalyptus
15%
Accords
Performance
Kologne, Shield of protection
Shanghai
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Kologne, Shield of protection
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Summer
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Casual
Sport
Its fresh, clean, and moderately projecting profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and sport, where a refreshing aroma is appreciated. While some find it office-appropriate, its initial sharpness and variable performance might make it less ideal for intimate date nights or highly formal events, particularly given the 'cologne' style expectation.
Shanghai
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter
Citrus-rosemary-amberwood lands brightest in spring and summer.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Date
Casual
Formal
Also Works:
Sport
Office signature, casual day, polished masculine versatility.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
87%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
83%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Ginger, Rosemary notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Kologne, Shield of protection
Shanghai
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