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Pierre de Velay No. 9 Eau de Parfum bottle Pierre de Velay No. 9 EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2019 Year 2020
£££££ Price Tier ££
Rosendo Mateu No 5 Eau de Parfum bottle Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pierre de Velay No. 9 EDP
This one's a divisive clone, sparking debate over whether it's a refined iteration of popular designer scents or just a forgettable imitation. If you're a fan of citrus-vanilla amber, it's worth a sniff, but many find it overpriced for what it offers.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP
A niche treasure that elegantly bridges the gap between warm spices and fresh florals, making it versatile for various settings.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pierre de Velay No. 9 EDP
Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 49% vs 100%
Only in Pierre de Velay No. 9
Lemon 51%
Shared Notes
Rose 52% vs 31%
Jasmine 47% vs 42%
Only in Rosendo Mateu No 5
Cinnamon 26%

Accords

Pierre de Velay No. 9 Rosendo Mateu No 5
100%
Amber
60%
Floral
80%
76%
Woody
50%
70%
Citrus
46%
Warm Spicy
70%
68%
Musky
63%
Vanilla
57%
Balsamic
52%
Powdery
Fresh
50%
48%
Animalic
44%
Rose
Amber shared
100%
60%
80%
Woody shared
76%
50%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
46%
70%
68%
63%
57%
52%
50%
48%
44%

Performance

Pierre de Velay No. 9 Rosendo Mateu No 5
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pierre de Velay No. 9

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined, warm and sensual character with a moderate projection makes it suitable for evenings and more dressed-up occasions. While it can be worn casually, its luxurious feel might be too much for everyday errands. The subtle sillage makes it acceptable for an office environment, but it shines more in intimate settings., As it's not a beast mode performer and leans warm, it's not ideal for sporty activities.

Rosendo Mateu No 5

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The warm spicy and floral accords make it suitable for cooler weather in spring and fall. Its light freshness can still complement milder summer days but may be too rich for the heat of summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With its moderate projection and balanced intensity, it fits well in casual and date settings. Its unique character can be intriguing in an office, but might be too complex for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pierre de Velay No. 9 EDP
Rosendo Mateu No 5 EDP
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