Musk Eau de Parfum bottle Musk
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1995 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Pierre de Velay No. 4 Eau de Parfum bottle Pierre de Velay No. 4

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Musk
This isn't just "Musk" - it's a deep, powdery rose-sandalwood dream. Divisive opinions range from ancient talcum powder to pure masterpiece, but for those it clicks with, it's a sensual, comforting, chameleon-like scent that genuinely grows on you.
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Our Verdict - Pierre de Velay No. 4
Pierre de Velay No. 4 is a divisive one. You'll either adore its unique boozy, aromatic blend from start to finish, or you'll be put off by what some perceive as an odd bay leaf and powdery combination. Definitely not a blind buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 10%
Floral 37% 30%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 15% 16%
Sweet 19% 21%
Warm 12% 19%
Woody 11% 6%
Earthy 6% 4%
Animalic 7% 5%
Fresh 12% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Musk EdP
Pierre de Velay No. 4 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 22% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Rose 57% vs 100%
Only in Musk
Geranium 43%
Shared Notes
Musk 23% vs 9%
Sandalwood 20% vs 15%
Vanilla 14% vs 13%

Accords

Musk Pierre de Velay No. 4
100%
Rose
73%
Warm Spicy
100%
97%
Woody
86%
81%
Aromatic
97%
89%
Powdery
63%
Amber
87%
83%
Musky
58%
70%
Fresh Spicy
83%
68%
Floral
52%
Vanilla
68%
Rum
64%
58%
Balsamic
Citrus
55%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
73%
100%
Woody shared
97%
86%
Aromatic shared
81%
97%
Powdery shared
89%
63%
87%
Musky shared
83%
58%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
83%
68%
Vanilla shared
52%
68%
Rum
64%
58%
55%

Performance

Musk Pierre de Velay No. 4
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Musk

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it versatile for most settings, leaning towards intimate and elegant occasions. The comforting, clean aroma is well-suited for casual wear and dates, while its sophisticated blend works for formal events without being overpowering for the office.

Pierre de Velay No. 4

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its depth and potent warm spicy, boozy accords make it highly suitable for dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming for sophisticated gatherings. While some find it versatile enough for daily signature wear, its richness might be too much for a casual office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
89%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Woody accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Musk
Pierre de Velay No. 4
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