Tsar Eau de Parfum vs de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

Tsar

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1989	Year	1980
££	Price Tier	£

de Jacomo

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Tsar

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de Jacomo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tsar Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper cult classic, loved by many for its timeless masculine elegance. The hype surrounding its discontinuation and re-release drama is real, so grab a vintage bottle if you can, but don't break the bank for it.

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Our Verdict - de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

Jacomo de Jacomo is a divisive, full-throttle 80s powerhouse. It's not for the faint of heart, blending pungent spice and smoke with a rugged masculinity many adore, and others detest. This one's an acquired taste, darling.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	7%
Floral	17%	11%
Fruity	2%	1%
Green	22%	22%
Sweet	13%	10%
Warm	14%	23%
Woody	18%	16%
Earthy	13%	15%
Animalic	6%	6%
Fresh	18%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Tsar EdP

de Jacomo EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Green 18% Lavender 14% Artemisia 13% Rosemary 12% Bergamot 12% Coriander 11% Cinnamon 10% Neroli 10%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Green 18% Lavender 14% Artemisia 13% Rosemary 12% Bergamot 12% Coriander 11% Cinnamon 10% Neroli 10%

Shared Notes

Geranium 9% vs 4%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Pine 15% Juniper 11% Carnation 10% Tarragon 10% Caraway 9% Jasmine 9% Orris 9% Rose 9% Lily Of The Valley 9%

Only in de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

Clove 8% Oakmoss 6% Patchouli 5% Cinnamon 5% Lavender 5% Basil 5% Musk 5% Cumin 5% Cardamom 5% Rosewood 5% Rosemary 5% Cedar 5% Amber 4% Galbanum 4% Sage 4% Cypress 4% Iris 4% Grapefruit 4% Cyclamen 4% Lime 4%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 15% Leather 11% Cedar 11% Patchouli 10% Vetiver 10% Sandalwood 9% Musk 9% Amber 9% Tonka Bean 8% Coconut 8%

Accords

Tsar Eau de Parfum de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

81%

48%

Warm Spicy

100%

92%

Woody

75%

63%

Fresh Spicy

74%

61%

Green

46%

54%

Earthy

56%

51%

Mossy

55%

48%

Herbal

46%

Patchouli

46%

Aromatic shared

100%

81%

Warm Spicy shared

48%

100%

Woody shared

92%

75%

Fresh Spicy shared

63%

74%

Green shared

61%

46%

Earthy shared

54%

56%

Mossy shared

51%

55%

Herbal shared

48%

46%

Patchouli

46%

Performance

Tsar Eau de Parfum de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Tsar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its classic, sophisticated character, with moderate projection and excellent longevity, makes it suitable for formal settings and dates without being overpowering. It's too refined for sport and could be a bit much for a casual office environment, though some find it clean enough for daily wear.

de Jacomo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Its potent, assertive character and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but ideal for formal occasions where its masculine depth can shine. While too heavy for casual daytime use, it could work for an evening out, though it's hardly romantic in a conventional sense.