Figaro
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Dirty Velvet
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A bright bergamot opener with a juicy green Italian-fig heart, settling on a clean cedar base. A sunlit three-note summer scent that fades fast but reads as effortless. Casual daytime wear.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. A deeply divisive scent with a confusing history of reformulation, what you get might be a smoky, leathery tobacco bomb or a salty, figgy Santal 33-esque dream. Try before you buy, obviously, but be warned: it's a gamble.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 26% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 16% | 9% |
| Green | 25% | 16% |
| Sweet | 10% | 13% |
| Warm | 0% | 7% |
| Woody | 28% | 18% |
| Earthy | 5% | 12% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 21% | 23% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Figaro's bright, juicy citrus and green fig are perfect for spring and summer's warmer days, but lack the depth or warmth needed for cold weather. Its light, uplifting style fits best in sunshine.
Occasions
Its soft projection and clean freshness make it ideal for office and casual wear, while the playful, relaxed vibe suits daytime dates and even sporty activities. It lacks the gravitas for formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its bold, woody-tobacco character makes it unsuitable for professional settings, while its depth and sensuality are perfect for dates and evening events. The intensity means it's less of a casual daytime wear, but its intriguing nature can suit more relaxed, yet stylish, casual occasions. The strong projection and specific notes are not suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet, Fruity accords and Fig notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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