Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum bottle Roma Uomo
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1992 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Alcove Eau de Parfum bottle Alcove

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum
Roma Uomo is a classic that has proven divisive; some find it a gorgeous, creamy Italian dream, others an irritating, sharp, synthetic disappointment. Performance is contentious too, either eternal or fleeting depending on your skin chemistry. Test before you buy.
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Our Verdict - Alcove Eau de Parfum
A creamy, spicy sandalwood showstopper that's undeniably high-quality, though some might find it a tad overdone. It's a journey from zesty freshness to a deeply woody, almost gourmand embrace.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 20%
Floral 15% 12%
Fruity 3% 5%
Green 17% 16%
Sweet 16% 14%
Warm 12% 12%
Woody 21% 24%
Earthy 10% 6%
Animalic 4% 1%
Fresh 20% 22%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Roma Uomo EdP
Alcove EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 33% vs 20%
Bergamot 24% vs 22%
Only in Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum
Basil 23% Bay Leaf 18%
Only in Alcove Eau de Parfum
Lemon 25% Rosemary 18% Cardamom 14%

Accords

Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum Alcove Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
93%
Woody
90%
89%
Fresh Spicy
62%
86%
Amber
76%
Aromatic
73%
69%
Powdery
49%
60%
Vanilla
50%
Balsamic
Fruity
49%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
93%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
89%
62%
86%
Aromatic shared
76%
73%
Powdery shared
69%
49%
60%
50%
49%

Performance

Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum Alcove Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and creamy, inviting profile make it ideal for casual outings and intimate dates. The sweet and comforting dry down might feel a bit too relaxed for very formal settings, and while some wear it to the gym, its inherent warmth steers it away from being a top-tier sport scent.

Alcove Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its moderate to strong sillage and good longevity, this woody amber isn't ideal for a discreet office environment, but it shines in casual and evening settings. Its sophisticated and warm character makes it a strong contender for dates, whilst the unique sandalwood profile could also suit formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
84%
Accord
73%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Woody, Aromatic accords and Cedar, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum
Alcove Eau de Parfum
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