Tony Iommi Monkey Special Eau de Parfum bottle Tony Iommi Monkey Special
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2021 Year 2011
££ Price Tier ££
Amber Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Intense

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tony Iommi Monkey Special Eau de Parfum
Divisive yet utterly captivating, Tony Iommi Monkey Special is a true rockstar in a bottle. It's not for the faint-hearted, but for those who embrace its boozy, dark, and sweet swagger, it's an undeniable masterpiece.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Amber Intense Eau de Parfum
Prada Amber Intense is a sophisticated, clean-yet-dark amber bomb for the grown-up gent. It's a divisive one - some find it a dated 'grandpa' scent, but fans hail it as a masterpiece, often drawing comparisons to Tom Ford Noir.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 7%
Floral 13% 11%
Fruity 11% 0%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 30% 26%
Warm 19% 20%
Woody 12% 18%
Earthy 14% 23%
Animalic 14% 16%
Fresh 7% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tony Iommi Monkey Special EdP
Amber Intense EdP

Notes

Accords

Tony Iommi Monkey Special Eau de Parfum Amber Intense Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
74%
66%
Amber
100%
91%
Woody
66%
82%
Sweet
50%
71%
Rum
71%
Patchouli
58%
70%
Vanilla
51%
65%
Caramel
64%
Cinnamon
61%
Balsamic
57%
Aromatic
52%
Powdery
49%
Earthy
46%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
74%
Amber shared
66%
100%
Woody shared
91%
66%
Sweet shared
82%
50%
Rum
71%
Patchouli shared
71%
58%
Vanilla shared
70%
51%
65%
64%
Balsamic shared
61%
57%
52%
49%
46%

Performance

Tony Iommi Monkey Special Eau de Parfum Amber Intense Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Tony Iommi Monkey Special Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its beastly projection and longevity, this fragrance is far too loud for an office setting. It's perfectly suited for nights out and dates where its bold, rockstar character can truly shine, though some find it acceptable for very special, dressed-up formal events.

Amber Intense Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its mature, rich, and somewhat dark profile makes it ideal for evenings and formal events. While some reviewers call it office-safe, its intensity and 'old-school' vibe might be a bit much for everyday casual wear, though it performs well for intimate close encounters.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
91%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Labdanum, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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