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Chypré Extraordinaire Eau de Parfum bottle Chypré Extraordinaire EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2018 Year 2019
£££££ Price Tier ££££
Pierre de Velay No. 23 Extrait bottle Pierre de Velay No. 23 Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Chypré Extraordinaire EDP
Roja Dove's Chypré Extraordinaire is an utterly gorgeous, complex chypre that divides opinion. Some laud it as a masterpiece, while others are left cold by its hefty price tag and perceived lack of originality or performance for the cost. Worth a shot if you're not paying the full whack.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Pierre de Velay No. 23 Extrait
A love-it-or-hate-it take on a classic, No. 23 is raw, sexual, and utterly addictive. This isn't just a perfume; it's a statement. Animalic swagger mixed with high-class florals makes it undeniably divisive, but those who 'get' it are obsessed.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Chypré Extraordinaire EDP
Pierre de Velay No. 23 Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Aldehydes 53% vs 49%
Bergamot 46% vs 25%
Only in Pierre de Velay No. 23
Mandarin 25%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 10% vs 6%
Civet 8% vs 8%
Leather 7% vs 8%
Cedar 6% vs 7%
Musk 6% vs 7%
Benzoin 6% vs 6%
Sandalwood 5% vs 6%
Clove 5% vs 6%
Tonka Bean 5% vs 5%
Vanilla 5% vs 5%

Accords

Chypré Extraordinaire Pierre de Velay No. 23
100%
Woody
95%
89%
Amber
100%
98%
Powdery
80%
80%
Animalic
91%
70%
Musky
87%
84%
White Floral
74%
80%
Fruity
72%
Sweet
65%
68%
Earthy
Aldehydic
66%
Fresh
60%
Woody shared
100%
95%
Amber shared
89%
100%
Powdery shared
98%
80%
Animalic shared
80%
91%
Musky shared
70%
87%
White Floral shared
84%
74%
80%
Sweet shared
72%
65%
68%
66%
60%

Performance

Chypré Extraordinaire Pierre de Velay No. 23
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Chypré Extraordinaire

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its rich and complex profile, Chypré Extraordinaire leans towards more dressed-up occasions. While some found its projection moderate, its luxurious feel suits formal events and intimate dates over casual or sporty settings.

Pierre de Velay No. 23

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its strong projection and animalic undertones, No. 23 is far too commanding for the office, but its sophisticated floral and amber accords make it ideal for formal events and especially intimate dates. While some might dare to wear it casually, it generally feels too opulent for everyday wear.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, powdery, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Chypré Extraordinaire EDP
Pierre de Velay No. 23 Extrait
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