Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette vs VSOP Eau de Parfum

Opus 1870

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2005	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

A quintessential British spicy-woody, Opus 1870 is refined yet quietly charismatic, balancing peppery freshness with smoky woods and a soft rose. Reserved, contemplative, and always dignified.

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Our Verdict - VSOP Eau de Parfum

Tom Daxon's VSOP is a beautiful but tragically fleeting scent. Many rave about its opening, a truly 'out of this world' blend of boozy warmth and spice, only for it to disappear almost instantly. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some finding the geranium sickening, but the real issue is its blink-and-you-miss-it longevity.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	13%
Floral	14%	12%
Fruity	2%	4%
Green	4%	7%
Sweet	17%	15%
Warm	31%	27%
Woody	18%	21%
Earthy	9%	6%
Animalic	10%	8%
Fresh	12%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Opus 1870 EdT

VSOP EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 12% vs 32%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Pepper 17% Yuzu 17% Coriander 16% Juniper 13% Cardamom 13% Pink Pepper 13%

Only in VSOP Eau de Parfum

Geranium 34% Cognac 33%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 25% vs 12%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Incense 28% Rose 26% Orris 21%

Only in VSOP Eau de Parfum

Pepper 24% Elemi 22% Ginger 21% Pink Pepper 20%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 19% vs 24%

Musk 17% vs 21%

Only in Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Cedar 20% Vanilla 15% Amber 15% Leather 15%

Only in VSOP Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 32% Cashmeran 22%

Accords

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette VSOP Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

86%

90%

Fresh Spicy

100%

45%

Aromatic

87%

70%

Warm Spicy

62%

Musky

56%

50%

Citrus

54%

25%

Powdery

52%

30%

Amber

30%

Smoky

20%

Balsamic

Woody shared

100%

86%

Fresh Spicy shared

90%

100%

Aromatic shared

45%

87%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

62%

Musky

56%

Citrus shared

50%

54%

Powdery shared

25%

52%

Amber

30%

Smoky

30%

Balsamic

20%

Performance

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette VSOP Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The spicy woods and smoky incense make it ideal for cool spring and especially autumn days, while the moderate weight and citrus opening keep it wearable in winter or a fresh summer evening.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its refined spicy-woody character is versatile and understated enough for office and formal settings, with just enough warmth and complexity for dates or casual wear. The low projection keeps it discreet, not suited for sport.

VSOP Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Given its exceptionally poor longevity, VSOP isn't ideal for long events, but its sophisticated and warm aromatic profile makes it suitable for shorter dates or casual evening outings. The lack of powerful sillage means it wouldn't offend in an office, but it simply won't last your workday.