Is Oakcha Melting Embers a dupe of Maison Margiela By the Fireplace?
By the Fireplace EDT
| EDT | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Melting Embers Extrait
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- By the Fireplace
- Melting Embers
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
A modern cult classic that captures the essence of crackling wood and toasted sweetness. Hugely comforting and atmospheric, By the Fireplace is an enveloping, smoky gourmand that balances nostalgia with sophistication.
A warm, cosy hug in a bottle, Melting Embers nails the autumnal campfire vibe. It's a powerhouse for those chilly nights, with some calling it even better than the original it's inspired by. Expect compliments.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Clove
37%
vs
26%
Vanilla
35%
vs
43%
Chestnut
34%
vs
34%
Guaiac Wood
34%
vs
34%
Pink Pepper
33%
vs
42%
Peru Balsam
33%
vs
28%
Cashmeran
31%
vs
28%
Juniper
30%
vs
31%
Orange Blossom
28%
vs
30%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
With its smoky, sweet, and warm balsamic tones, By the Fireplace thrives in cold weather, wrapping the wearer in a cozy aura. The heavy, woody and gourmand aspects can feel cloying in heat but shine in fall and especially winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and comforting, inviting profile suit dates and casual outings, while the smoky sweetness works for formal events with personality. The scent is too enveloping and gourmand for sport or high-activity scenarios, and may be too distinctive for conservative offices.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile, but the strong, smoky sweetness is best suited for colder weather and intimate evening occasions like dates. While too potent for the office, its comforting aroma works well for casual autumn days.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Clove, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
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