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Pardon Extrait bottle Pardon Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2011 Year 2026
££ Price Tier ££
In-Carnation Eau de Parfum bottle In-Carnation EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pardon Extrait
Pardon isn't for everyone. Some call it a masterpiece of dark elegance, others a tricky patchouli bomb. Give it a whirl if you fancy a uniquely sophisticated, masculine scent, but definitely don't blind buy. This one's an acquired taste.
Acquired
Our Verdict - In-Carnation EDP
If modern florals are your thing but you're not afraid of a bit of a spicy vintage kick, In-Carnation is a must-try. It's a proper grown-up take on roses and carnations without actually feeling old-fashioned.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pardon Extrait
In-Carnation EDP

Notes

Pardon
In-Carnation

Base Notes

Base Notes

Only in In-Carnation
Carnation 100%
Only in In-Carnation
Rose 100%

Accords

Pardon In-Carnation
100%
Warm Spicy
64%
61%
Floral
100%
50%
Vanilla
91%
Rose
91%
86%
Oud
75%
Chocolate
68%
Woody
64%
Sweet
18%
56%
Cinnamon
49%
Powdery
27%
47%
Cacao
Aromatic
27%
Balsamic
14%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
64%
Floral shared
61%
100%
Vanilla shared
50%
91%
91%
Oud
86%
75%
68%
Sweet shared
64%
18%
56%
Powdery shared
49%
27%
47%
27%
14%

Performance

Pardon In-Carnation
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pardon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its deep, rich accords and potent sillage make it unsuitable for the office, where it could easily overwhelm. However, it's a stellar choice for dates and formal events, projecting an air of masculine elegance and garnering compliments. Casual wear in colder months is possible, but its intensity limits versatility.

In-Carnation

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

This is a sophisticated floral that leans towards cooler weather, making it ideal for dates and evening events. While quite present, its elegance keeps it from being overwhelming for an office setting if sprayed lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, sweet, floral

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Pardon Extrait
In-Carnation EDP
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