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Caftan is a truly divisive scent; some rave about its luxurious incense and amber, calling it a masterpiece, while others dismiss it as an "old lady's closet" or overly synthetic baby powder. Test before you invest in this love-it-or-hate-it amber bomb.
A budget interpretation of YSL Caftan. The peppery-citrus opening and warm resinous incense of benzoin and labdanum capture the original's enveloping amber trail, though the dupe wears flatter and more synthetic, trading some of Caftan's marathon longevity for skin-closer warmth.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 18% |
| Floral | 8% | 8% |
| Fruity | 4% | 4% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 22% | 22% |
| Warm | 27% | 27% |
| Woody | 7% | 7% |
| Earthy | 10% | 10% |
| Animalic | 17% | 16% |
| Fresh | 11% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for the office, but its sophisticated and alluring amber profile is perfect for dates and formal events. The warmth and depth also lend themselves well to casual evening wear in colder months.
Seasons
Warm resinous incense and amber make this a firmly autumn-and-winter, cold-weather scent.
Occasions
Cozy and enveloping, it suits relaxed evenings and dates rather than the office or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Musky accords and Pink Pepper, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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