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Which Should You Buy?
Safran Secret is a beast mode, polarising saffron monster. You'll either love this metallic, spicy, woody powerhouse or find it an unwearable, synthetic nightmare. It's not for the faint-hearted and definitely not a blind buy.
Perfume Parlour's budget read of Maison Crivelli Safran Secret, the minimalist saffron-and-blonde-woods showpiece. It captures the bold, smooth saffron over warm woods well, though it reads a touch flatter and loses the refined 'burnt-match' nuance and the extrait original's enormous longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 13% | 14% |
| Warm | 50% | 45% |
| Woody | 28% | 25% |
| Earthy | 11% | 16% |
| Animalic | 10% | 22% |
| Fresh | 5% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and room-filling sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. The rich, bold accords lend themselves better to evening and cooler weather occasions over casual or sport use.
Seasons
The warm saffron and blonde woods feel richest in autumn and winter with a comfortable spring crossover.
Occasions
Refined and smooth, it works for the office, dressed-up evenings and formal occasions alike.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Leather accords and Spicy, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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