Solo
| Edt | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Raffaello
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive dark horse. Some reckon it's a classy, unique leather-tea blend, a more serious take on the original Solo. Others find it an absolute scrubber, akin to 'toilet spray' or a 'dusty gymnasium'. Try before you buy, unless you're a gambling man.
This is a seriously polarising scent - some find it an absolute masterpiece, others say it’ll drive you to jump off a bridge. It’s got a strong presence, so sampling is essential unless you fancy a dramatic gamble.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 17% | 18% |
| Sweet | 10% | 11% |
| Warm | 21% | 24% |
| Woody | 15% | 25% |
| Earthy | 15% | 18% |
| Animalic | 19% | 16% |
| Fresh | 17% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its moderate performance and elegant leather-tea profile, this scent is ideal for office and formal wear, where refinement is key. It's also well-suited for dates due to its sensual character, but its richer accords make it less versatile for casual daytime or sport.
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Raffaello is too assertive for office wear. Its complex, sophisticated nature and the general impression of 'regal' or 'well-dressed' align it better with formal events and confident date nights, while being a bit much for casual sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Leather accords and Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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