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The Dandy Eau de Parfum bottle The Dandy EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2024 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus Eau de Parfum bottle Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Dandy EDP
The Dandy is a sophisticated, whiskey-soaked woody fragrance that exudes confident elegance and vintage charm. Its rich, boozy heart and velvet woods create a uniquely magnetic signature that stands out in any crowd.
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Our Verdict - Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus EDP
A solid, no-nonsense woody aromatic that's as reliable as your favourite jeans. It's not a rule-breaker, but it doesn't need to be when it smells this good.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Dandy EDP
Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 29% vs 100%
Only in Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus
Davana 33% Woody 33% Cypress 33%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 51% vs 50%
Only in The Dandy
Clearwood 49%
Only in Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus
Cedar 50%

Accords

The Dandy Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus
100%
Woody
100%
75%
Whiskey
Aromatic
63%
60%
Fruity
50%
Sweet
Citrus
49%
Green
49%
Patchouli
49%
Woody shared
100%
100%
75%
63%
60%
50%
49%
49%
49%

Performance

The Dandy Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Dandy

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The Dandy's rich woody and whiskey facets are best suited for cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its vibrant fruity top notes provide a lift that can work in spring, but its warmth is too dense for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The bold, opulent character and boozy warmth make it perfect for formal evenings or date nights. Its sillage and richness are too assertive for office or sporty settings but can add flair to upscale casual wear.

Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

This woody aromatic is versatile enough for daily wear, leaning towards casual and office settings due to its clean, inoffensive nature. While it holds a certain elegance, its fresh woody profile might be a touch too relaxed for truly formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Patchouli, Bergamot, Cedar notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Dandy EDP
Riyaz Kalsekar Signature Plus EDP
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