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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper 'love it or hate it' situation. Some find it uniquely addictive, a musky, spicy rose with an intriguing leather twist. Others, however, are put off by what they describe as 'stale nuts' or a 'weird, stale' quality. Definitely not a blind buy.
This one's a slow burn; give it time to macerate and you'll be rewarded with a surprisingly sophisticated, dark leather scent for the price. People will notice you, and that's usually a good thing, unless you're the one who thinks it smells like a candle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 25% | 19% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 5% |
| Sweet | 15% | 13% |
| Warm | 22% | 15% |
| Woody | 8% | 13% |
| Earthy | 9% | 11% |
| Animalic | 28% | 33% |
| Fresh | 14% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong musky, leathery character and the 'addictive' but potentially 'repulsive' nature reported, this isn't shy. It's best suited for evenings out, particularly dates where its unique scent can make an impression, rather than an office setting or casual daytime wear where it might be too polarising.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, leathery accords, Night Shadow is best suited for evening wear and cooler weather, making it excellent for dates and formal events. It's too assertive for casual daytime use or the office, and certainly not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Leather, Powdery accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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