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| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bracing Silverbirch
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This used to be an absolute smash, a real dark horse offering luxury on a shoestring. Now? It's a genuine postcode lottery, with dodgy reformulated batches making it a total gamble. Proceed with caution - the original is a stunner, the new stuff is often rubbish.
A fresh take on woody spice, Bracing Silverbirch is a likeable all-rounder that won't overwhelm, but delivers a clean, invigorating experience. Don't expect huge projection, but do expect a reliable, understated charmer.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 12% |
| Floral | 4% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 7% |
| Sweet | 14% | 15% |
| Warm | 42% | 35% |
| Woody | 18% | 21% |
| Earthy | 18% | 14% |
| Animalic | 3% | 2% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
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 warm, spicy, and smoky accords lend themselves well to evening wear and cooler climates, making it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it office-friendly due to its moderate projection in certain formulations, others report it as too bold for daily wear, particularly if you land an original bottle.
Seasons
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and subtle character makes it ideal for office and casual wear where you want to smell pleasant without dominating. The moderate performance means it's suitable for close encounters but less impactful for formal events where a bolder presence might be desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Vetiver, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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