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1997 Year 2005
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Semi-Bespoke No. 4 Eau de Parfum bottle Semi-Bespoke No. 4

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hot
A divisive scent for sure. It's affordable, nostalgic, and for many, a dead ringer for Chanel Allure. Others find it thin, synthetic, or just plain unpleasant. Your mileage will definitely vary with this one.
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Our Verdict - Semi-Bespoke No. 4
A properly lush, classy all-rounder that's a bit of an under-the-radar gem. Distinctive without being weird, it walks the line beautifully between mass appeal and outright uniqueness. Expect sophistication with a cheeky wink.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19% 19%
Floral 23% 25%
Fruity 11% 11%
Green 4% 4%
Sweet 25% 23%
Warm 4% 10%
Woody 19% 11%
Earthy 7% 8%
Animalic 5% 5%
Fresh 15% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hot EdP
Semi-Bespoke No. 4 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 23% vs 19%
Bergamot 20% vs 22%

Accords

Hot Semi-Bespoke No. 4
100%
Woody
97%
87%
Powdery
100%
85%
Citrus
67%
46%
Amber
85%
49%
Iris
78%
62%
Vanilla
58%
50%
Fruity
62%
54%
Balsamic
60%
52%
Sweet
Woody shared
100%
97%
Powdery shared
87%
100%
Citrus shared
85%
67%
Amber shared
46%
85%
Iris shared
49%
78%
Vanilla shared
62%
58%
Fruity shared
50%
62%
Balsamic shared
54%
60%
52%

Performance

Hot Semi-Bespoke No. 4
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Hot

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, comforting accords make it versatile for casual wear and dates. While some find it office-appropriate, its sweetness and potential for poor longevity mean it might need reapplication, making it less ideal for formal settings or sports.

Semi-Bespoke No. 4

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

While versatile, its inherent rich, powdery floral and amber character makes it less suitable for casual or sport settings. It excels in date nights and formal events, though its moderate sillage and 'subtle' nature mean it can pass in an office if applied lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Woody, Amber accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Hot
Semi-Bespoke No. 4
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