By the Fireplace
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Ebony Wood
By the Fireplace and Ebony Wood both aim for woody-sweet profiles, but diverge in execution and intensity. By the Fireplace goes full-on gourmand, emphasizing smoky vanilla and chestnut for a photorealistic fireside experience. Ebony Wood offers a drier, spicier take with dominant clove and a more restrained sweetness. The Zara is less overtly cozy, making it more versatile for year-round wear, while Margiela's creation is best suited for colder months and those seeking maximum comfort. If price is a factor, Ebony Wood is a great choice, but By the Fireplace delivers a richer, more immersive experience.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a hyper-realistic smoky and sweet gourmand scent.
- You love the smell of a crackling fireplace.
- You want a stronger, longer-lasting fragrance.
- You prefer a sweeter, more gourmand fragrance profile.
- You want a budget-friendly alternative.
- You prefer a drier, spicier woody fragrance.
- You need a more versatile, year-round scent.
- You prefer a less intense fragrance.
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 surprisingly nuanced woody-spicy scent at a budget price. Ebony Wood layers pink pepper and clove over dark woods for a versatile, unisex signature with niche-like charisma.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 9% |
| Floral | 11% | 3% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 4% | 7% |
| Sweet | 30% | 13% |
| Warm | 33% | 16% |
| Woody | 21% | 25% |
| Earthy | 7% | 36% |
| Animalic | 5% | 0% |
| Fresh | 7% | 11% |
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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
Ebony Wood's warm spicy-woody core and moderate sweetness make it ideal for crisp fall and winter days, while its clean edges and fresh pink pepper allow some wearability in spring. It can be too dense for high summer heat.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody character suit casual and date settings best. Not too bold for the office if applied lightly, but lacks the formality for black tie and is too warm for sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet accords and Pink Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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