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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.
This budget clone is a bold, divisive beast. Many find it a superb dupe for PDM Carlisle or Exclusif Tabac after a harsh opening, but others are put off by a 'used ash tray' vibe and nuclear intensity. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 14% | 13% |
| Fruity | 15% | 6% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 37% | 24% |
| Warm | 25% | 23% |
| Woody | 9% | 24% |
| Earthy | 17% | 26% |
| Animalic | 4% | 10% |
| Fresh | 6% | 4% |
Mood
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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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, coupled with its intense and rich tobacco and oud accords, make it too overwhelming for an office setting. It's much better suited for evening dates or formal events where its character can shine without dominating the room.
Where to buy
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