Crystal Saffron Extrait bottle Crystal Saffron
Extrait Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2024 Year 2019
££££ Price Tier ££
Squid Eau de Parfum bottle Squid

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Crystal Saffron Extrait
This extrait is a beast-mode saffron bomb with a divisive metallic edge. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that screams luxury and confident intensity, but definitely not for the faint of heart or those prone to headaches.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Squid Eau de Parfum
Squid is a wild ride, a deeply polarising scent that you'll either adore as a masterpiece of dark, oceanic artistry or despise as an utter abomination. It's an immersive experience, not just a perfume, but definitely not one for the faint of heart.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 5% 4%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 0% 2%
Sweet 13% 14%
Warm 31% 22%
Woody 8% 5%
Earthy 16% 15%
Animalic 40% 20%
Fresh 13% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Crystal Saffron Extrait
Squid EdP

Notes

Only in Crystal Saffron Extrait
Musk 100%
Only in Crystal Saffron Extrait
Saffron 100%
Only in Squid Eau de Parfum
Ink 41% Salt 34% Opoponax 25%
Only in Crystal Saffron Extrait
Myrrh 40% Ambroxan 33% Frankincense 28%
Only in Squid Eau de Parfum
Ambergris 39% Benzoin 34% Musk 27%

Accords

Crystal Saffron Extrait Squid Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
86%
Warm Spicy
47%
44%
Balsamic
60%
Aromatic
57%
52%
Metallic
Salty
52%
Woody
52%
Smoky
49%
48%
Leather
Sweet
47%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
86%
47%
Balsamic shared
44%
60%
57%
52%
52%
52%
49%
48%
47%

Performance

Crystal Saffron Extrait Squid Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Crystal Saffron Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This extrait is incredibly potent with beast-mode projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for an office environment where it could easily overwhelm. However, its luxurious, sophisticated character makes it a superb choice for dates and formal events. You might get away with it casually with minimal sprays, but it's too much for active wear.

Squid Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and unique, challenging profile, often described as 'otherworldly' and 'deep sea', make it unsuitable for typical office wear. It shines in formal or date settings, particularly in the evening, where its mystery and sophistication can be appreciated without overwhelming a casual daytime environment. Some find it cosy for personal wear, but it's not a go-to casual scent for being around others.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
81%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
81%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Balsamic, Warm Spicy accords and Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Crystal Saffron Extrait
Squid Eau de Parfum
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