Mystere
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1978 | Year | 1973 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Charlie
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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued 70s treasure is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find its complex, animalic chypre character utterly captivating, a truly classic scent that commands attention. Others are put off by its challenging green and civet notes, finding it a bit too much for modern tastes.
Divisive yet iconic, the original Charlie is a green, white floral chypre with old-school aldehydes. It's cheap and cheerful, but some find it a dated headache-inducer. Definitely sample it first, because this one isn't for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 2% |
| Floral | 27% | 36% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 19% | 18% |
| Sweet | 11% | 16% |
| Warm | 10% | 7% |
| Woody | 13% | 12% |
| Earthy | 13% | 12% |
| Animalic | 10% | 6% |
| Fresh | 16% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Mystere's strong, complex profile and lingering sillage make it unsuitable for an office setting or casual wear. It excels in formal and date scenarios, projecting an air of vintage sophistication and allure, as many reviews highlight its seductive quality.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Charlie's strong sillage and aldehydes might be too much for a closed office, and it's not well-suited for formal events or sport. However, its 'independent woman' vibe makes it great for casual wear and dates, as long as it's applied sparingly and allowed to settle.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Woody, Green accords and Violet, Lily Of The Valley notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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