The Artist No. 2
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose Edition Oud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one is an absolute bruiser, inspiring fervent devotion and outright disgust in equal measure. If you're after a shy floral, look elsewhere. For a bold, take-no-prisoners statement, this might just be your beast.
This is a seriously solid contender in the rose-oud field, offering expensive-smelling depth and longevity without the eye-watering price tag. It's a proper grown-up scent that performs way above its cost.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 16% | 12% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 3% |
| Sweet | 12% | 12% |
| Warm | 23% | 23% |
| Woody | 38% | 30% |
| Earthy | 18% | 19% |
| Animalic | 21% | 14% |
| Fresh | 3% | 9% |
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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
This powerful and divisive scent, with reports of beast mode performance post-maceration, is far too imposing for an office or casual setting. It’s perfect for formal, authoritative occasions or a daring evening date where you want to make an unforgettable statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With strong projection and longevity, this is too much for a typical office setting, but it absolutely shines on a date night or at formal events where its richness can be appreciated. It's also suitable for cooler casual outings, adding a touch of class.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Oud, Rose accords and Rose, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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