Inimitable Eau de Parfum bottle Inimitable
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- Year 2017
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Sandalwood Temple Eau de Parfum bottle Sandalwood Temple

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Inimitable
A shockingly good dupe of a Penhaligon's classic, offering a sophisticated barbershop vibe for a fraction of the price. The consensus is strong: this scent punches above its weight, particularly after a bit of maceration.
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Our Verdict - Sandalwood Temple
Divisive, to say the least. For sandalwood lovers, this is a creamy, smooth dream. For others? A one-way ticket to burnt plastic or cardboard hell. You'll either adore its refined warmth or wonder what planet everyone else is on.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15% 17%
Floral 15% 16%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 5% 3%
Sweet 11% 15%
Warm 6% 3%
Woody 37% 46%
Earthy 10% 10%
Animalic 7% 1%
Fresh 18% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Inimitable EdP
Sandalwood Temple EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 53% vs 33%
Only in Inimitable
Jasmine 46%
Only in Sandalwood Temple
Neroli 34% Orange Blossom 33%
Shared Notes
Cedar 38% vs 100%
Only in Inimitable
Incense 33% Vetiver 29%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 60% vs 32%
Only in Inimitable
Ambroxan 40%

Accords

Inimitable Sandalwood Temple
100%
Woody
100%
48%
Powdery
58%
57%
Citrus
52%
Aromatic
46%
52%
Smoky
Vanilla
52%
46%
Balsamic
46%
Warm Spicy
43%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Powdery shared
48%
58%
57%
Aromatic shared
52%
46%
52%
52%
46%
Warm Spicy shared
46%
43%

Performance

Inimitable Sandalwood Temple
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Inimitable

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate performance and clean, classic accords make it ideal for the office or formal events, where it projects professionalism. It's suitable for casual wear, but perhaps not a first choice for a sporty occasion due to its more refined profile.

Sandalwood Temple

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its subtle projection and creamy woody nature make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, offering a personal scent bubble. The lack of strong sillage and 'beast mode' performance means it's less suited for formal events or sports, where more projection is often desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
82%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Inimitable
Sandalwood Temple
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