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Which Should You Buy?
Ecstasy is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a divisive concoction of dark woods and church incense, or an old-fashioned floral soap. Don't blind buy, this one is proper challenging.
Patchouli Nobile is a love-it-or-hate-it patchouli powerhouse. Fans laud its sophisticated, earthy warmth, while detractors find it too old-fashioned or just plain funky. It's a proper statement scent for those who dare to dabble in the darker side of woody-amber fragrances.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 8% |
| Floral | 12% | 6% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 7% | 3% |
| Sweet | 14% | 16% |
| Warm | 12% | 25% |
| Woody | 33% | 28% |
| Earthy | 27% | 27% |
| Animalic | 3% | 4% |
| Fresh | 13% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong, smoky, and earthy profile, Ecstasy is not suitable for the office or casual settings. It can work for a unique, bold date night, and definitely suits formal evening events, especially in colder weather. The dark and intense nature prevents it from being a versatile 'dumb reach'.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its dominant woody-amber accords, make it too commanding for everyday office wear. However, these same characteristics, especially its rich and sensual profile, lend themselves perfectly to date nights and formal events, though it's also robust enough for cooler-weather casual excursions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Balsamic accords and Labdanum, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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