Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum bottle Esteemed Musk
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U Gender U
2024 Year 2018
££££ Price Tier ££
First Breath Eau de Parfum bottle First Breath

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum
A modern musk that plays it safe, delivering crisp freshness with a clean finish. It's pleasant enough, though some might find it a bit too understated for the price.
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Our Verdict - First Breath Eau de Parfum
A joyous burst of citrus and herbs, First Breath is a crowd-pleaser that embodies vibrant freshness. Perfect if you want to smell clean and invigorated without a hint of fuss.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27% 27%
Floral 18% 13%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 17% 21%
Sweet 11% 9%
Warm 0% 5%
Woody 11% 13%
Earthy 10% 16%
Animalic 15% 9%
Fresh 23% 22%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Esteemed Musk EdP
First Breath EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 22%
Mandarin 25% vs 25%
Only in Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum
Lemon 25%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Lime 30% Grapefruit 22%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 50% vs 38%
Only in Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum
Green 50%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Basil 31% Thyme 31%
Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 30%
Patchouli 25% vs 38%
Only in Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum
Cedar 25%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 31%

Accords

Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum First Breath Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
100%
Musky
72%
Powdery
65%
Fresh Spicy
52%
60%
Green
42%
51%
Aromatic
51%
45%
Floral
Woody
43%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
100%
72%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
52%
Green shared
60%
42%
Aromatic shared
51%
51%
45%
43%

Performance

Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum First Breath Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

A clean citrus-musk composition that wears year-round - bergamot, lemon and mandarin keep the open fresh, while the musk-cedar base anchors it best in cool spring and early autumn. Holds up in summer for those who like a polished musk in heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh, and musky profile makes it highly versatile for daily wear, especially in office or casual settings where a non-intrusive scent is preferred. While it lacks the oomph for a grand formal event, its refined nature makes it acceptable for relaxed dates.

First Breath Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it an excellent choice for casual wear and the office, offering a pleasant aroma without being overwhelming. While adaptable, its vibrancy makes it less suited for formal events but delightful for daytime dates or active settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
93%
Accord
67%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Green accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Esteemed Musk Eau de Parfum
First Breath Eau de Parfum
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