Apex Parfum vs Pierre de Velay No. 25 Eau de Parfum

Apex

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	2019
££££	Price Tier	££££

Pierre de Velay No. 25

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Apex

Apex Parfum is a powerhouse of green, woody, and mossy richness-bold, polished, and complex. For those who crave classic power with modern finesse, it delivers true presence and aristocratic allure.

Statement

Our Verdict - Pierre de Velay No. 25

A divisive one, this. Fans call it a masterpiece of complex green citrus, oozing luxury and class. Detractors find it too green, or generic and overpriced. If you're after a classic-smelling, masculine citrus-aromatic with a modern edge, then this could be for you.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	29%	27%
Floral	12%	17%
Fruity	15%	11%
Green	8%	8%
Sweet	20%	16%
Warm	9%	11%
Woody	11%	8%
Earthy	9%	8%
Animalic	9%	3%
Fresh	20%	25%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Apex Parfum

Pierre de Velay No. 25 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 26% vs 17%

Lemon 23% vs 16%

Only in Apex

Mandarin 26% Orange 24%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 25

Lime 18% Clementine 18% Aldehydes 14% Grapefruit 14%

Only in Apex

Jasmine 37% Pineapple 35% Labdanum 29%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 25

Davana 20% Immortelle 14% Geranium 14% Magnolia 13% Rose 13% Fruity 13% Cyclamen 12%

Shared Notes

Fir Resin 6% vs 7%

Oakmoss 6% vs 3%

Patchouli 6% vs 5%

Musk 5% vs 4%

Ambergris 5% vs 5%

Elemi 5% vs 7%

Sandalwood 4% vs 4%

Only in Apex

Cypress 7% Leather 7% Tobacco 6% Rum 6% Juniper 6% Incense 6% Cashmere Wood 6% Galbanum 5% Benzoin 5% Amber 5%

Only in Pierre de Velay No. 25

Cedar 7% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 6% Coffee 6% Carrot Seeds 5% Ginger 5% Cardamom 5% Tolu Balsam 5% Tonka Bean 5% Vanilla 5% Red Wine 5% Pink Pepper 5%

Accords

Apex Pierre de Velay No. 25

80%

Citrus

100%

95%

Woody

78%

70%

Aromatic

87%

60%

Fresh Spicy

70%

Sweet

62%

60%

Mossy

Warm Spicy

58%

Balsamic

57%

Fresh

52%

Powdery

51%

Green

51%

50%

Earthy

30%

Amber

Citrus shared

80%

100%

Woody shared

95%

78%

Aromatic shared

70%

87%

Fresh Spicy shared

60%

70%

Sweet

62%

Mossy

60%

Warm Spicy

58%

Balsamic

57%

Fresh

52%

Powdery

51%

Green

51%

Earthy

50%

Amber

30%

Performance

Apex Pierre de Velay No. 25

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Apex

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Apex Parfum's dense mossy-woody heart and spicy green character excel in cooler weather, especially fall and winter. The citrus opening brings lift for spring, but its weight and complexity make it overwhelming in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

This is a statement scent best suited for formal, evening, or special occasions where its opulent presence shines. It can work for assertive daywear but is too rich and commanding for sporty or minimal settings.

Pierre de Velay No. 25

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its sophisticated aromatic and woody character makes it suitable for date nights and casual wear, projecting an air of understated elegance. While it has presence, it's not overpowering for office wear if applied sparingly. Its complexity and luxury lean make it less appropriate for sporty, high-energy scenarios.