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A clean, creamy, and mass-appealing blue scent that's a versatile crowd-pleaser and fantastic value for money. While some call it 'generic' or 'shower gel' like, its widespread adoration and surprising depth make it a solid choice for almost anyone.
Zegna's 2012 contribution to the rose-oud canon, composed by a four-perfumer team (Pierre Negrin, Frank Voelkl, Harry Fremont, Jacques Cavallier). Calabrian bergamot top, rose-oud-myrrh heart, amber-patchouli-leather base. The cleanest, brightest, most daytime-friendly rose-oud in the designer category.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 19% |
| Floral | 10% | 15% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 16% | 13% |
| Warm | 20% | 21% |
| Woody | 25% | 19% |
| Earthy | 15% | 24% |
| Animalic | 16% | 19% |
| Fresh | 11% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This fragrance is praised for its versatility and inoffensive nature, making it perfect for office, casual wear, and even the gym. Its moderate projection means it won't overwhelm in formal settings, but it's not a go-to for making a grand statement.
Seasons
The bergamot-led top makes this the most shoulder-season-friendly rose-oud in the designer category. Community votes lean fall and winter but spring is a strong fit thanks to the citrus opening; summer is the weakest season because heat amplifies the oud-patchouli base unhelpfully.
Occasions
A bright, polished rose-oud reads strongly for office, date, formal and evening contexts. Casual wear is workable in cooler weather. Sport is a non-starter for any oud composition but the lighter EDT concentration makes it less aggressive than the EDP-density rose-ouds in the category.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Oud, Amber, Fresh Spicy accords and Bergamot, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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