After Midnight Eau de Parfum bottle After Midnight
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Savoury Royal Essence Eau de Parfum bottle Savoury Royal Essence

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - After Midnight
Don't let the name fool you. After Midnight is a light, airy floral that evokes fresh mornings rather than dark nights. Its fleeting presence means it's one you'll need to douse yourself in, but for those who love a subtle, clean scent, it's a quiet masterpiece.
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Our Verdict - Savoury Royal Essence
This one's a sophisticated white floral that leans mature, so if you're not into big, green tuberose with a powdery amber base, steer clear. It's rich and well-blended, but definitely has a distinct vibe that isn't for everyone.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15% 16%
Floral 25% 32%
Fruity 2% 3%
Green 12% 10%
Sweet 18% 24%
Warm 15% 6%
Woody 12% 12%
Earthy 15% 11%
Animalic 5% 6%
Fresh 12% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
After Midnight EdP
Savoury Royal Essence EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 32% vs 29%
Only in After Midnight
Neroli 37% Angelica 31%
Shared Notes
Iris 38% vs 22%
Jasmine 31% vs 38%
Only in After Midnight
Mastic 30%
Only in Savoury Royal Essence
Tuberose 39%
Shared Notes
Amber 25% vs 17%
Benzoin 24% vs 17%

Accords

After Midnight Savoury Royal Essence
100%
Amber
49%
80%
White Floral
100%
90%
Citrus
68%
80%
Powdery
44%
72%
Musky
69%
Iris
Tuberose
68%
66%
Woody
45%
60%
Aromatic
46%
54%
Floral
Animalic
45%
Amber shared
100%
49%
White Floral shared
80%
100%
Citrus shared
90%
68%
Powdery shared
80%
44%
72%
69%
68%
Woody shared
66%
45%
Aromatic shared
60%
46%
54%
45%

Performance

After Midnight Savoury Royal Essence
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

After Midnight

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its famously light sillage and poor longevity make it perfect for the office where subtlety is key, or for casual wear when you want a personal, clean scent. It's less suited for formal events or dates where you might want a more impactful or long-lasting presence.

Savoury Royal Essence

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its dominant white floral and amber accords give it a rich, sophisticated feel, making it unsuitable for casual or sport wear. While it could work for a refined office setting in moderation, it truly shines for formal events and evening dates where its elegance can be fully appreciated.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
83%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Citrus, White Floral accords and Iris, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

After Midnight
Savoury Royal Essence
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