Encre Indigo
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2023 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Azores For Men
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one is a divisive gem. You'll either get an "inky masterpiece" or a "dental office scrub" - there's very little middle ground for this unique take on the Encre Noire DNA. Prepare for strong opinions.
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Ormonde Jayne Ormonde Man (2004), the green-woody-resinous Linda Pilkington signature built around the rare black-hemlock heart that became one of British niche perfumery's most distinctive masculine references. PP customer reviews flag Azores as a notably faithful copy ('I cannot tell the difference comparing the oil to the original'; another wearer puts the similarity at 'mas de 95%'). Honest dupe-fidelity for autumn-winter and casual-formal wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 40% |
| Floral | 4% | 10% |
| Fruity | 2% | 10% |
| Green | 21% | 90% |
| Sweet | 5% | 10% |
| Warm | 21% | 40% |
| Woody | 24% | 90% |
| Earthy | 21% | 70% |
| Animalic | 9% | 20% |
| Fresh | 19% | 65% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh yet sophisticated character make it suitable for a range of occasions; it's clean enough for the office but intriguing enough for a date. While some found the performance lacking, others found it to be moderate at an arm's length, suggesting it's versatile but not a beastly projector.
Seasons
Black-hemlock-cedar-vetiver-sandalwood is firmly autumn-winter territory; the green-woody-aromatic character carries naturally into a cool spring. Less natural in warm summer where the resinous base reads heavy.
Occasions
Polished masculine green-woody with moderate projection fits casual day, business casual, and dinner wear evenly. Office-appropriate at any dosage. Too distinctive and resinous for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Fresh Spicy accords and Pink Pepper, Juniper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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