Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum bottle Nero Assoluto
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2013 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Castagna Eau de Toilette bottle Castagna

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously polarising scent for some, with a love-it-or-hate-it vibe, but for others, it's an underrated, luxurious gem that smells way more expensive than it is. Expect compliments.
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Our Verdict - Castagna Eau de Toilette
This one's a bit of a curveball. Don't go in expecting a straightforward gourmand, because you'll get a smoky, woody iris with only a whisper of seasonal sweetness. It's divisive but those who get it, love its unusual Christmas-in-a-bottle vibe.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 12%
Floral 18% 22%
Fruity 3% 1%
Green 0% 3%
Sweet 37% 34%
Warm 7% 11%
Woody 28% 15%
Earthy 10% 10%
Animalic 2% 3%
Fresh 5% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Nero Assoluto EdP
Castagna EdT

Notes

Only in Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Orchid 67% Citrus 33%
Only in Castagna Eau de Toilette
Iris 57% Bergamot 43%
Only in Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 100%

Accords

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum Castagna Eau de Toilette
100%
Woody
85%
69%
Vanilla
100%
54%
Powdery
98%
54%
Sweet
80%
Iris
60%
Balsamic
60%
58%
Floral
48%
Nutty
56%
Amber
55%
Woody shared
100%
85%
Vanilla shared
69%
100%
Powdery shared
54%
98%
Sweet shared
54%
80%
60%
60%
Floral shared
58%
48%
56%
55%

Performance

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum Castagna Eau de Toilette
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and strong, dark accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events, creating a 'femme fatale' aura. While some find it too intense for daily wear, others appreciate its elegance for office settings with a lighter hand, or for cozy casual evenings.

Castagna Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, woody character make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual evenings. While some find it delicate enough for indoor wear, the smoky and sweet notes might be too much for a formal office setting. It's definitely not one for the gym.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
81%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Woody accords and Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Nero Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Castagna Eau de Toilette
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