Sarah Baker Perfumes 2017 EDP

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Tartan

by Sarah McCartney

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Sarah Baker Perfumes Tartan is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Sarah McCartney. Tartan settles into a heart of Jasmine Tea, Hops, Tobacco, and Hedione, and dries down to a base of Leather, Cedar, Oakmoss, and Labdanum. Sarah Baker Perfumes's Tartan carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent, evoking strong reactions from 'highland majesty' to 'ant poison' or 'diesel mechanic'. It's not a safe blind buy, so sample first, and don't be surprised if your mates think it smells like a rusty shed.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Masculine
  • Sophisticated
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Tartan Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its bold, unique character and strong performance make it less suitable for an office environment. However, its sophisticated warmth lends itself well to date nights or casual wear, especially in cooler weather, where its distinctive aroma can be appreciated without being overwhelming.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Woody amber musk Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes from Iso E Super

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine a rough-spun tweed jacket, soaked in the damp, mossy air of a Scottish moor, then brought inside to a smoky hearth. Woody and green accords dominate, underpinned by a distinct tobacco and earthy bread note. Touches of leathery depth and a subtle floral hint weave through, making for a complex, textural fragrance. It’s a scent that tells a story, rather than just smelling nice.

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