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Santal 33 - 421 Eau de Parfum bottle Santal 33 - 421 EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
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2020 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Santal 33 - 421 EDP
421 by The Essence Vault combines fresh and spicy accords into a versatile scent. Ideal for both daytime and evening wear, it balances modern style with a touch of sophistication.
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Our Verdict - Paul Smith EDT
Paul Smith Edt delivers an elegant yet approachable scent profile, perfect for daily wear. Its fresh and spicy tones create an aura of modern confidence.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Santal 33 - 421 EDP
Paul Smith EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 56% vs 59%
Only in Santal 33 - 421
Lemon 44%
Only in Paul Smith
Grapefruit 40%
Shared Notes
Cardamom 31% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 31% vs 24%
Vetiver 27% vs 32%
Only in Santal 33 - 421
Cedar 23% Sandalwood 18%

Accords

Santal 33 - 421 Paul Smith
90%
Fresh Spicy
90%
70%
Woody
60%
60%
Citrus
70%
50%
Aromatic
Gourmand
50%
40%
Earthy
Herbal
40%
Fresh Spicy shared
90%
90%
Woody shared
70%
60%
Citrus shared
60%
70%
50%
50%
40%
40%

Performance

Santal 33 - 421 Paul Smith
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Santal 33 - 421

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The fragrance's fresh and spicy accords make it suitable for spring and fall when moderate warmth and crispness complement the scent profile. It can also be worn in summer, although the spiciness might be strong in extreme heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its moderate projection and balanced intensity, it's versatile for office environments, casual wear, and especially suitable for dates with its appealing spiciness. It may be less ideal for active sports due to its stronger presence.

Paul Smith

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn

Paul Smith Edt has a fresh and spicy profile, making it ideal for mild to warm weather, typical of spring and summer. Its composition can also work in fall, but it's less suited to winter's colder temperatures.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Moderate projection and fresh spicy accords make Paul Smith suitable for office and date settings, where it is noticeable but not overpowering. Its versatility also allows for casual wear, but it's less fitting for sports due to its refined nature.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, woody, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Santal 33 - 421 EDP
Paul Smith EDT
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