Tuxedo Eau de Parfum bottle Tuxedo
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2015 Year 2019
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Ekos Alma Eau de Parfum bottle Ekos Alma

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tuxedo
Divisive yet adored, Tuxedo by YSL is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a sophisticated, spicy marvel; for others, it's a weak, overpriced miss. Sample before you commit to this hyped scent.
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Our Verdict - Ekos Alma
This isn't just a perfume; it's a Brazilian masterpiece, utterly unique and complex. It's divisive only because some find its intense, dark character too much for tropical climates, but for many, it's a niche-quality gem that stands shoulder to shoulder with designer titans. Don't blind buy, but prepare to be captivated.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 8%
Floral 20% 26%
Fruity 0% 3%
Green 15% 10%
Sweet 15% 17%
Warm 19% 24%
Woody 7% 8%
Earthy 14% 11%
Animalic 8% 2%
Fresh 21% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tuxedo EdP
Ekos Alma EdP

Notes

Accords

Tuxedo Ekos Alma
100%
Patchouli
46%
76%
Balsamic
100%
80%
Warm Spicy
92%
75%
Woody
92%
87%
Vanilla
85%
Amber
79%
81%
Ozonic
81%
Fresh Spicy
57%
71%
Rose
68%
Aquatic
52%
Floral
67%
Aromatic
61%
Fresh
50%
Patchouli shared
100%
46%
Balsamic shared
76%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
92%
Woody shared
75%
92%
87%
Amber shared
85%
79%
81%
Fresh Spicy shared
81%
57%
71%
Aquatic shared
68%
52%
67%
61%
50%

Performance

Tuxedo Ekos Alma
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Tuxedo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, spicy, and subtly sweet profile, alongside its often-reported moderate projection and longevity (though this varies wildly), makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. While some wear it casually, its refined nature leans away from everyday office or sport use, where it might feel a bit too 'dressed up'.

Ekos Alma

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Ekos Alma is best reserved for evening or special occasions. Its intense balsamic and woody character, described as dark and strong, leans away from casual or office wear, excelling instead in formal or intimate date settings where its complexity can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
82%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Balsamic, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Rose, Pepper notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Tuxedo
Ekos Alma
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