ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This perfume is a divisive one. While some find it a delightful, budget-friendly dupe that needs to macerate to truly shine, others are left underwhelmed by its fleeting nature and ambiguous scent profile. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with performance being a common sticking point.
The Essence Vault's interpretation of MFK's Baccarat Rouge 540 (2015) - Francis Kurkdjian's saffron-amber-cedar signature that became the most-cloned niche perfume of the 2010s, here in a portable rollerball reading with the saffron-ambergris-amberwood triangle still legible. Honest dupe-fidelity for purse-carry and touch-up wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 10% |
| Floral | 15% | 30% |
| Fruity | 0% | 15% |
| Green | 7% | 10% |
| Sweet | 15% | 75% |
| Warm | 29% | 95% |
| Woody | 35% | 75% |
| Earthy | 16% | 40% |
| Animalic | 14% | 30% |
| Fresh | 10% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its mild projection and soft character make it excellent for office and casual wear, where it won't overpower. The poor longevity reported by many users means it's generally unsuitable for formal events or sports where you need a lasting impression.
Seasons
Saffron-amber-cedar reads strongest in autumn and winter; spring and summer the amber can become cloying.
Occasions
Signature unisex evening - date and casual-evening natural; rollerball ideal for top-ups.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Saffron, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.