Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette vs 1001 Parfum

Opus 1870

Edt	Concentration	Parfum
M	Gender	U
2005	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

A quintessential British spicy-woody, Opus 1870 is refined yet quietly charismatic, balancing peppery freshness with smoky woods and a soft rose. Reserved, contemplative, and always dignified.

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Our Verdict - 1001 Parfum

This isn't your average 'Oriental' fragrance. Nobile 1942's 1001 is a divisive scent: some find it a sublime, elegant spicy-woody blend, while others are put off by dominant, realistic turmeric and ginger that can smell a bit like savoury cooking spices or even soap. Definitely one to sample first.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	8%
Floral	14%	15%
Fruity	2%	1%
Green	4%	7%
Sweet	17%	18%
Warm	31%	23%
Woody	18%	16%
Earthy	9%	15%
Animalic	10%	8%
Fresh	12%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Opus 1870 EdT

1001 Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 12% vs 17%

Bergamot 12% vs 16%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Pepper 17% Yuzu 17% Coriander 16% Juniper 13% Cardamom 13%

Only in 1001 Parfum

Ginger 25% Tea 21% Elemi 18%

Shared Notes

Rose 26% vs 21%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Incense 28% Cinnamon 25% Orris 21%

Only in 1001 Parfum

Turmeric 20% Papyrus 18% Saffron 16% Iris 13% Jasmine 12%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 19% vs 25%

Musk 17% vs 16%

Vanilla 14% vs 17%

Amber 14% vs 20%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Cedar 20% Leather 15%

Only in 1001 Parfum

Patchouli 19%

Accords

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette 1001 Parfum

100%

Woody

99%

70%

Warm Spicy

100%

90%

Fresh Spicy

81%

Rose

68%

25%

Powdery

64%

50%

Citrus

61%

Fresh

61%

Green

58%

45%

Aromatic

57%

20%

Balsamic

54%

30%

Amber

30%

Smoky

Woody shared

100%

99%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

90%

81%

Rose

68%

Powdery shared

25%

64%

Citrus shared

50%

61%

Fresh

61%

Green

58%

Aromatic shared

45%

57%

Balsamic shared

20%

54%

Amber

30%

Smoky

30%

Performance

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette 1001 Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The spicy woods and smoky incense make it ideal for cool spring and especially autumn days, while the moderate weight and citrus opening keep it wearable in winter or a fresh summer evening.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its refined spicy-woody character is versatile and understated enough for office and formal settings, with just enough warmth and complexity for dates or casual wear. The low projection keeps it discreet, not suited for sport.

1001 Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and intriguing, subtle warmth make it suitable for date nights and formal events, creating a captivating aura without overwhelming. While some find it too intimate for the price due to lower longevity, others report solid projection, making it adaptable. It's less ideal for office due to the unique spice profile that might be polarising, and certainly not for sport.