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Which Should You Buy?
A regal, intoxicating blend of spiced apple and creamy vanilla swirled with dark patchouli. Carlisle is a statement scent for those who want to be noticed and enveloped in plush sophistication.
A polarizing but ultimately successful tribute, Cassius delivers massive performance and a distinctive patchouli-vanilla punch at an unbeatable price. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent profile, but for those who love it, it's an absolute beast, almost identical to its niche inspiration.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 14% | 13% |
| Fruity | 15% | 11% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 37% | 43% |
| Warm | 25% | 20% |
| Woody | 9% | 11% |
| Earthy | 17% | 19% |
| Animalic | 4% | 0% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Carlisle's rich vanilla, patchouli, and spicy gourmand notes shine in cool to cold weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. The heavy, opulent composition can be cloying in high heat but feels comforting and enveloping in spring evenings.
Occasions
Carlisle projects strongly and delivers a luxurious, seductive presence, best suited for evening dates and formal events. Its intensity may overwhelm in close office environments or gym settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its 'nuclear' projection and strong sillage mentioned by many, Cassius is best reserved for situations where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's too bold for the office and completely unsuitable for sport, but its luxurious, confident character makes it ideal for dates and cooler-weather formal events, as well as some evening casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Fruity accords and Rose, Apple notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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