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Which Should You Buy?
A surprisingly nuanced woody-spicy scent at a budget price. Ebony Wood layers pink pepper and clove over dark woods for a versatile, unisex signature with niche-like charisma.
Fantasm is a decadent, ambery gourmand that layers Mugler's iconic patchouli and chocolate with a spicy, modern twist. It demands attention and radiates confident energy with a hedonistic edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 18% |
| Floral | 3% | 6% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 7% | 11% |
| Sweet | 13% | 17% |
| Warm | 16% | 12% |
| Woody | 25% | 15% |
| Earthy | 36% | 33% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 17% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Ebony Wood's warm spicy-woody core and moderate sweetness make it ideal for crisp fall and winter days, while its clean edges and fresh pink pepper allow some wearability in spring. It can be too dense for high summer heat.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody character suit casual and date settings best. Not too bold for the office if applied lightly, but lacks the formality for black tie and is too warm for sports.
Seasons
The deep chocolate, patchouli, and spicy warmth make Fantasm ideal for cooler fall and winter weather, while a citrusy lift allows some versatility in spring. Its density and sweetness can be overwhelming in high summer heat.
Occasions
Fantasm's bold, gourmand profile is seductive and best suited for date nights and evenings out. Its projection and richness may be too much for office or sport, but it works well for casual and some formal occasions that can handle its intensity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet accords and Patchouli, Pink Pepper notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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