Tuxedo Eau de Parfum bottle Tuxedo
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U Gender U
2015 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
Kismet Eau de Parfum bottle Kismet

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Tuxedo
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tuxedo
Divisive yet adored, Tuxedo by YSL is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a sophisticated, spicy marvel; for others, it's a weak, overpriced miss. Sample before you commit to this hyped scent.
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Our Verdict - Kismet
A divisive scent, Kismet aims for sophisticated woody-spicy allure at a budget price, but inconsistent performance reports mean it's a bit of a gamble. Some hail it as a masterpiece; others curse its fleeting nature.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 0%
Floral 20% 0%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 15% 2%
Sweet 15% 30%
Warm 19% 19%
Woody 7% 39%
Earthy 14% 27%
Animalic 8% 0%
Fresh 21% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tuxedo EdP
Kismet EdP

Notes

Accords

Tuxedo Kismet
100%
Patchouli
58%
75%
Woody
100%
87%
Vanilla
57%
85%
Amber
81%
Ozonic
81%
Fresh Spicy
52%
80%
Warm Spicy
63%
76%
Balsamic
46%
71%
Rose
68%
Aquatic
Earthy
51%
Powdery
49%
Patchouli shared
100%
58%
Woody shared
75%
100%
Vanilla shared
87%
57%
85%
81%
Fresh Spicy shared
81%
52%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
63%
Balsamic shared
76%
46%
71%
68%
51%
49%

Performance

Tuxedo Kismet
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Tuxedo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, spicy, and subtly sweet profile, alongside its often-reported moderate projection and longevity (though this varies wildly), makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. While some wear it casually, its refined nature leans away from everyday office or sport use, where it might feel a bit too 'dressed up'.

Kismet

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Kismet's strong woody and warm spicy accords lean it towards evening and formal wear. While some reviewers find it too intense for the office, its sophisticated profile makes it ideal for dates and dressed-up occasions, especially in cooler weather.

Where to buy

Tuxedo
Kismet
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