Smoke Eau de Parfum bottle Smoke
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2016 Year 2016
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Black Calamus Eau de Parfum bottle Black Calamus

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Smoke
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Black Calamus
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Smoke
Smoke by Perfumer H is a divisive one. Some find it a sublime, sophisticated incense masterpiece, while others are baffled by the lack of smoke despite the name, finding it bland and overpriced. It's not a blind buy, but if it hits right, it's a deep, rich experience.
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Our Verdict - Black Calamus
Black Calamus is a serious, sophisticated scent for those who appreciate dark, complex fragrances. It's not a crowd-pleaser and definitely not a safe blind buy, as it polarises with its potent mix of unique notes, but for the right person, it's an addictive, magical experience.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4% 2%
Floral 15% 18%
Fruity 1% 3%
Green 14% 7%
Sweet 15% 14%
Warm 31% 31%
Woody 7% 18%
Earthy 14% 14%
Animalic 8% 6%
Fresh 11% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Smoke EdP
Black Calamus EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Coriander 35% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 25%

Accords

Smoke Black Calamus
100%
Amber
100%
51%
Woody
93%
46%
Oud
72%
51%
Warm Spicy
68%
49%
Fresh Spicy
68%
58%
Aromatic
58%
46%
Balsamic
57%
Smoky
55%
51%
Leather
Musky
47%
46%
Herbal
Amber shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
51%
93%
Oud shared
46%
72%
Warm Spicy shared
51%
68%
Fresh Spicy shared
49%
68%
Aromatic shared
58%
58%
Balsamic shared
46%
57%
55%
51%
47%
46%

Performance

Smoke Black Calamus
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Smoke

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This scent exudes a refined, contemplative aura, making it perfect for formal events and intimate date nights. It's too profound and potentially overwhelming for a typical office environment or sportswear, but can work for sophisticated casual wear.

Black Calamus

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its powerful, woody-spicy character and strong performance make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might be overwhelming. It truly shines for date nights or formal events, offering a unique and sophisticated presence that commands attention without being overtly loud.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
82%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Labdanum notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Smoke
Black Calamus
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