Riven Oak
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Atomica
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Tom Daxon's Riven Oak is an absolute masterclass, a true shape-shifter that'll keep you sniffing your wrist all day. Forget the niche snobs, this is a seriously sophisticated, underrated gem that's begging to be your new signature scent - if you can handle its complex journey, that is.
This is a statement scent that's not for the faint of heart - dry, smoky, and definitely polarising. If you're after a niche, churchy incense vibe, this might just be your holy grail, but expect some to find it 'too much'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 9% |
| Floral | 2% | 1% |
| Fruity | 3% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 3% |
| Sweet | 12% | 8% |
| Warm | 14% | 26% |
| Woody | 39% | 39% |
| Earthy | 16% | 18% |
| Animalic | 10% | 6% |
| Fresh | 9% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong performance and rich, woody-amber profile, Riven Oak is ideal for cooler weather and more intimate or dressed-up occasions. While versatile enough for smart casual, its presence might be a bit much for a very formal office environment or active sports.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Atomica's strong, woody, and resinous projection makes it less suitable for the office where it could be overwhelming. It truly shines in formal settings or on a sophisticated evening date, and even works as a bold casual statement, particularly as reviewers mention wearing it with a smart turtleneck.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Amber accords and Vetiver, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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