L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A masterful smoky-incense and leather fragrance with a golden, mysterious warmth. Or Encens is for those who want gravitas and sophistication, not mass appeal. It commands attention with its complexity and depth.
An affordable and well-crafted alternative to Baccarat Rouge 540, offering a warm, woody, and slightly spicy scent suitable for various occasions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 17% | 23% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 14% | 26% |
| Warm | 29% | 32% |
| Woody | 22% | 23% |
| Earthy | 17% | 14% |
| Animalic | 15% | 16% |
| Fresh | 4% | 3% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dense incense, amber, leather, and smoky woods make this an ideal choice for fall and winter, radiating warmth and richness in cool weather. Its power and spice may be too much for summer but work for cool spring evenings.
Occasions
This bold, resinous scent is best for formal, evening, or date settings where its smoky richness shines. It's too commanding and dense for office or sports but can work for casual nights out.
Seasons
The warm and woody notes make it suitable for cooler seasons like fall and spring, while its balanced profile allows for summer wear as well.
Occasions
Its sophisticated yet versatile scent profile makes it appropriate for both casual and formal settings, including office environments and date nights.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody accords and Cedar, Amberwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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