1001 Parfum vs Smeralda Extrait

1001

Parfum	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2025
££	Price Tier	£££££

Smeralda

ScentArt

A

1001

B

Smeralda

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Which Should You Buy?

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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Our Verdict - Smeralda Extrait

This one's a bold move for sophisticated evenings. If you like your scents boozy, leathery, and dark, Smeralda offers a complex, unapologetically sexy experience that leans into its Italian luxury roots. Not for the faint of heart, but undeniably captivating.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	10%
Floral	15%	8%
Fruity	1%	3%
Green	7%	6%
Sweet	18%	18%
Warm	23%	20%
Woody	16%	18%
Earthy	15%	14%
Animalic	8%	13%
Fresh	11%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

1001 Parfum

Smeralda Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Ginger 25% vs 14%

Only in 1001 Parfum

Tea 21% Elemi 18% Pink Pepper 18% Bergamot 17%

Only in Smeralda Extrait

Grapefruit 18% Mint 16% Mandarin 15% Cognac 14% Myrtle 12% Pepper 11%

Shared Notes

Rose 21% vs 14%

Iris 12% vs 12%

Only in 1001 Parfum

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

Only in Smeralda Extrait

Tobacco 17% Cedar 15% Ambergris 15% Sandalwood 14% Cinnamon 11%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 19% vs 13%

Vanilla 17% vs 15%

Musk 16% vs 15%

Only in 1001 Parfum

Sandalwood 26% Amber 21%

Only in Smeralda Extrait

Leather 15% Vetiver 14% Labdanum 13% Incense 13%

Accords

1001 Parfum Smeralda Extrait

100%

Warm Spicy

61%

Citrus

100%

99%

Woody

87%

81%

Fresh Spicy

86%

57%

Aromatic

78%

68%

Rose

64%

Powdery

55%

58%

Green

62%

Amber

62%

61%

Fresh

54%

Balsamic

Sweet

52%

Tobacco

51%

Animalic

49%

Warm Spicy

100%

Citrus shared

61%

100%

Woody shared

99%

87%

Fresh Spicy shared

81%

86%

Aromatic shared

57%

78%

Rose

68%

Powdery shared

64%

55%

Green shared

58%

62%

Amber

62%

Fresh

61%

Balsamic

54%

Sweet

52%

Tobacco

51%

Animalic

49%

Performance

1001 Parfum Smeralda Extrait

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Smeralda Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its potent extrait concentration and rich, deep accords like cognac, leather, and incense, Smeralda is far too intense for office or casual daytime wear. It truly shines in evening settings, making it perfect for a romantic date or a formal event where making a statement is desired.