Acquired

Atkinsons 2016 EDP

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The Big Bad Cedar

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Atkinsons The Big Bad Cedar is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. The Big Bad Cedar opens with Broom, Cardamom, and Sage, settles into a heart of Cedar, and dries down to a base of Oakmoss and Cashmeran. Atkinsons's The Big Bad Cedar carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, polarizing opinions like few others. If you're after an authentic, unapologetic cedar, Big Bad Cedar delivers in spades, but some find its performance frustratingly elusive.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Warm
The Big Bad Cedar Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its woody, aromatic profile makes it versatile for casual and date settings, with some finding it suitable for an office if applied lightly. However, for many, the intimate sillage makes it better suited for closer encounters rather than formal events or sporty activities.

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About

Imagine stepping into a dense, ancient forest; Big Bad Cedar captures that earthy reality. It opens with an intriguing blend of broom and sage, subtly spiced with cardamom, drawing you into a heart of pure, unadulterated Virginia cedar. The dry-down settles into a comforting, musky warmth of cashmeran and a lingering mossy depth, evoking the very ground beneath the venerable trees.