Woody Mood
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Byzantium Saffron
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive trip to the woodshed, blending warm spice and dry timber with a confounding medicinal edge. Some find it a profoundly comforting, mysterious gem, while others are put off by its challenging start. Definitely try before you buy this peculiar forest-in-a-bottle.
This is a luxurious saffron-leather blend that's both elegant and a bit of a chameleon. Some find it a richly complex tapestry, while others are left underwhelmed by its fleeting nature, especially with newer batches. Try before you buy, as skin chemistry plays a massive role.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 6% |
| Floral | 3% | 10% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 11% | 10% |
| Sweet | 12% | 16% |
| Warm | 27% | 25% |
| Woody | 19% | 18% |
| Earthy | 20% | 25% |
| Animalic | 11% | 14% |
| Fresh | 12% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, woody, and spicy profile makes it excellent for cooler weather and intimate settings like dates. The strong scent and potential for a challenging opening might be too much for a professional office environment, but it can work for casual outings or formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its rich, warm spicy and leather profile, described as opulent and sensual, makes it perfect for formal events and dates. However, its often reported moderate sillage and sometimes disappointing longevity prevent it from being overpowering for office wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Patchouli, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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