L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau & Cèdre Intense
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bang
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Which Should You Buy?
A minimalist fusion of vibrant cedar, fresh spice, and earthy woods, Eau & Cèdre is quietly assertive yet refreshingly clean. An understated masculine staple for lovers of modern woody scents.
Divisive, bold, and unapologetically peppery. Marc Jacobs Bang is a love-it-or-hate-it scent that has garnered a cult following despite its performance issues and discontinuation. It's a statement, not a whisper.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 0% | 5% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 7% | 3% |
| Sweet | 7% | 7% |
| Warm | 26% | 22% |
| Woody | 49% | 47% |
| Earthy | 25% | 23% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 5% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The sparkling cardamom and grapefruit freshness suit spring and mild summer days, while the earthy, woody cedar and vetiver base excel in crisp autumn air. Less suited to winter cold due to its moderate warmth and projection.
Occasions
Its refined woods and subtle projection make it ideal for casual wear and the office, with enough freshness for dates. Not too bold or sweet for formal black-tie or sporty settings.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its distinctive peppery and woody character makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, appealing to those seeking something unique. However, its initial strong pepper blast and noted weakness in longevity by many users (requiring re-application) lower its casual and office scores, as some find the opening too intense.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Earthy accords and Vetiver, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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