Identity Unique Portrait Eau de Parfum bottle Identity Unique Portrait
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2021 Year 2023
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Musk Black Vanilla Eau de Parfum bottle Musk Black Vanilla

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Identity Unique Portrait
A truly captivating and powerful fragrance that delivers sophistication and a luxurious aura, though some find the opening fizzier and the drydown less original. This one earns its hype as a compelling dupe at a modest price.
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Our Verdict - Musk Black Vanilla
This one's a proper beast, not for the faint-hearted. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent - some will find it opulent and addictive, others might call it a bit much. Definitely a statement maker, so wear with confidence.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 11% 2%
Fruity 11% 9%
Green 2% 10%
Sweet 27% 22%
Warm 26% 25%
Woody 18% 20%
Earthy 16% 20%
Animalic 13% 10%
Fresh 4% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Identity Unique Portrait EdP
Musk Black Vanilla EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Blackcurrant 18% vs 35%
Only in Musk Black Vanilla
Cedar 39% Green 26%
Only in Identity Unique Portrait
Incense 42% Sandalwood 29% Patchouli 29%
Only in Musk Black Vanilla
Spicy 37% Vanilla 32% Amber 31%
Shared Notes
Musk 37% vs 28%
Only in Identity Unique Portrait
Benzoin 34% Amber 29%
Only in Musk Black Vanilla
Incense 40% Patchouli 32%

Accords

Identity Unique Portrait Musk Black Vanilla
100%
Warm Spicy
94%
94%
Amber
100%
84%
Rose
73%
Woody
81%
79%
Fruity
66%
Smoky
76%
66%
Balsamic
72%
Patchouli
61%
51%
Powdery
52%
52%
Sweet
Vanilla
52%
50%
Musky
48%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
94%
Amber shared
94%
100%
84%
Woody shared
73%
81%
79%
Smoky shared
66%
76%
Balsamic shared
66%
72%
61%
Powdery shared
51%
52%
52%
52%
Musky shared
50%
48%

Performance

Identity Unique Portrait Musk Black Vanilla
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Identity Unique Portrait

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in spring and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and decent longevity make it noticeable but not overwhelming, suiting formal and date settings perfectly. While capable of drawing attention, its depth might be a bit much for a casual daytime or office wear.

Musk Black Vanilla

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and rich, dark character make it unsuitable for most office environments, where it could easily overwhelm. However, it absolutely shines on a date night or during sophisticated evening events, offering a commanding presence. It's too heavy for casual daytime wear or anything active.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
85%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Balsamic, Smoky accords and Blackcurrant, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Identity Unique Portrait
Musk Black Vanilla
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