Luci ed Ombre Eau de Parfum bottle Luci ed Ombre
Edp Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2013 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££££
Groove Xcape Parfum bottle Groove Xcape

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Luci ed Ombre
This one's a proper divisive scent; you'll either get an elegant interplay of light and dark, or a mouldy attic with a hint of Gorgonzola. The prominent tuberose and incense prove a love-it-or-hate-it combo, rarely settling for indifference.
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Our Verdict - Groove Xcape
Groove Xcape is a divisive beast, a genuine love-it-or-hate-it scent from Xerjoff that bucks trends. It's a proper niche experience: unique, complex, and probably not for the faint-hearted or those seeking mass appeal. Forget the clubbing marketing; this is an olfactory art piece.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3% 4%
Floral 14% 9%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 11% 15%
Warm 29% 36%
Woody 22% 19%
Earthy 29% 19%
Animalic 7% 4%
Fresh 6% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Luci ed Ombre EdP
Groove Xcape Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Cedar 33% vs 28%
Patchouli 26% vs 19%
Only in Luci ed Ombre
Frankincense 40%
Only in Groove Xcape
Benzoin 27% Labdanum 25%

Accords

Luci ed Ombre Groove Xcape
100%
Amber
100%
63%
Warm Spicy
82%
81%
Woody
58%
81%
Tuberose
80%
Fresh Spicy
63%
66%
Smoky
48%
60%
Balsamic
66%
Aromatic
58%
57%
Mossy
54%
Earthy
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
63%
82%
Woody shared
81%
58%
81%
Fresh Spicy shared
80%
63%
Smoky shared
66%
48%
Balsamic shared
60%
66%
58%
57%
54%

Performance

Luci ed Ombre Groove Xcape
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Luci ed Ombre

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and good longevity make it suitable for a date or a formal event, where it can be appreciated up close without being overwhelming. The nuanced balance of florals and woods also works for a sophisticated office environment, though its unique character might be too much for some casual settings.

Groove Xcape

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Groove Xcape is a bit much for the office. It excels in cooler weather for dates or formal events where its unique character can shine, and its intense, resinous nature suits a more considered setting than everyday casual wear or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
89%
Accord
73%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Patchouli, Cedar notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Luci ed Ombre
Groove Xcape
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