Dates Delight
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2018 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Il Capriccio del Maestro
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Dates Delight is a deeply polarising one, splitting the crowd between those who adore its grown-up gourmand richness and those who find it too harsh, cloying, or even 'old-fashioned'. If you're after a sweet, spiced, grown-up experience, it's worth a sniff, but definitely not a blind buy.
If you're after a beast mode version of Ambre Narguile or Angel's Share, this is your jam. It's a sweet, spicy, powerhouse that doesn't just fill a room, it owns it. A safe blind buy for fans of the genre, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 11% | 7% |
| Fruity | 4% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 56% | 44% |
| Warm | 27% | 33% |
| Woody | 2% | 8% |
| Earthy | 6% | 13% |
| Animalic | 2% | 8% |
| Fresh | 4% | 0% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With significant projection and longevity, this rich, sweet gourmand can be overpowering for an office environment. It shines on a date night or during formal events, offering a seductive and luxurious aura. It's too heavy for sport and some might find it a bit much for casual wear, though some reviews suggest it works well in cooler casual settings.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its 'out of this world' performance and 'thick, chunky sillage', this extrait is far too strong for the office. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events where its commanding presence is an asset, and can be worn casually if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Amber accords and Labdanum, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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