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Godolphin Eau de Parfum bottle Godolphin EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2010 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Black Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Black Gold EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Godolphin EDP
A regal, imposing leather scent with lush, smoky depth and subtle fruity softness. For those who want to make a statement of refined power. Not for the timid or for hot summer days.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black Gold EDP
Black Gold is a divisive one. You'll either get an incredibly luxurious, clean, and masculine lavender-leather dream, or a headache-inducing floral soap that reminds you of your nan. Definitely try before you buy, as personal chemistry truly dictates the experience.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Godolphin EDP
Black Gold EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 17%
Jasmine 32% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Leather 20% vs 23%
Amber 16% vs 18%
Vetiver 15% vs 17%
Musk 15% vs 19%
Only in Godolphin
Cedar 16% Vanilla 15%
Only in Black Gold
Woody 21%

Accords

Godolphin Black Gold
100%
Leather
65%
Lavender
100%
60%
Woody
93%
Aromatic
85%
40%
Powdery
83%
Floral
72%
70%
Fruity
Cinnamon
68%
65%
Amber
35%
Sweet
Leather shared
100%
65%
100%
Woody shared
60%
93%
85%
Powdery shared
40%
83%
72%
70%
68%
65%
35%

Performance

Godolphin Black Gold
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Godolphin

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The rich leather, amber, and vanilla base makes Godolphin ideal for fall and winter, while its fruity and floral top keeps it suitable for cooler spring days. It can be too dense and warm for high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Godolphin's bold leather and amber projection make it best for formal events or evening occasions. It may be too assertive for office or sports settings, but works for dates if worn with a light hand.

Black Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its blend of freshness and underlying sophistication makes it versatile for many settings. While praised for its performance, its unique and occasionally strong floral leanings might be a bit much for some office environments, making it better suited for evenings and formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean leather, woody, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Godolphin EDP
Black Gold EDP
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