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Ancient Dark Eau de Parfum bottle Ancient Dark EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
- Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££££
Ithaque Eau de Parfum bottle Ithaque EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ancient Dark EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Montblanc - Legend Night. Built around Apple, Bergamot, Akigalawood, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Montblanc - Legend Night.
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Our Verdict - Ithaque EDP
A divisive freshie that some find incredibly unique and long-lasting, while others dismiss as overpriced and generic. If you love a bold, peppery citrus with a green edge, this could be your next signature - if you can get your hands on it.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ancient Dark EDP
Ithaque EDP

Notes

Accords

Ancient Dark Ithaque
Citrus
100%
Fruity
91%
Aromatic
89%
70%
Woody
77%
Fresh
58%
Green
57%
50%
Sweet
54%
100%
91%
89%
Woody shared
70%
77%
58%
57%
Sweet shared
50%
54%

Performance

Ancient Dark Ithaque
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ancient Dark

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The woody character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its woody, fruity signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.

Ithaque

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, energetic profile makes it a great everyday or casual scent, especially in warmer weather. While it has good performance for a freshie, it might be a bit too bold for very formal settings or a subtle date night, though many note its non-offensive nature for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ancient Dark EDP
Ithaque EDP
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