Dirty English
| Edp | Concentration | Cologne |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Apsley
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous, classic woody-leather scent, but don't bother with anything but vintage bottles. Newer formulations are watery disappointments, a shadow of their former glory, with atrocious performance that truly lets the side down.
This one's a divisive affair. Some find it a decent woody-citrus barbershop scent, but for many, the harsh cedar and grapefruit leans too close to cleaning product. Try before you buy, unless you really love that sharp, pine-disinfectant vibe.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 11% |
| Floral | 2% | 3% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 3% |
| Sweet | 10% | 7% |
| Warm | 17% | 8% |
| Woody | 38% | 33% |
| Earthy | 19% | 21% |
| Animalic | 16% | 25% |
| Fresh | 10% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
While the scent profile leans towards versatile, poor performance in current formulations means it's best for close encounters like dates or casual evening wear. It's too intimate for formal events and utterly unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for casual wear, but the powerful citrus and harsh woody notes might be too intense for some office environments. It lacks the subtle elegance needed for formal events or the specific allure for a dedicated date night.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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