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Which Should You Buy?
If you're a fan of Tom Ford's Black Orchid, Maremma is likely to be a love; if you found the original a bit much, this offers a smoother, more refined take. For others, it's a divisive and potent brew, far from a safe blind buy.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Delicious Bay is an ambitious marine gourmand that some find intoxicatingly unique, while others describe it as a sweet, salty, and utterly nauseating mess. Proceed with caution and a decant.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 6% |
| Floral | 18% | 10% |
| Fruity | 7% | 6% |
| Green | 3% | 4% |
| Sweet | 41% | 33% |
| Warm | 12% | 18% |
| Woody | 18% | 15% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 3% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and heavy, dark, and sweet accords, Maremma is utterly unsuitable for the office or sport. It's a powerhouse best reserved for intimate dates or elegant formal events where its commanding presence can truly shine without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, sometimes divisive, gourmand-marine character make it a poor fit for office settings. However, its longevity and singular profile are perfect for dates or evening formal events where you want to make an impression. It's a bit too much for casual daytime wear unless you're feeling adventurous.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Amber, Woody accords and Honey, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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