S.T. Dupont 2018 EDP

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Be Exceptional Gold

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S.T. Dupont Be Exceptional Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Be Exceptional Gold opens with Mandarin, Geranium, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Pomarose, Cedar, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Amyris, Amber, and Patchouli. S.T. Dupont's Be Exceptional Gold carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A love-it-or-hate-it scent for some, with a distinctive DNA that often draws comparisons to Sauvage. If it clicks for you, it's a solid gold performer for nights out, but be prepared for a bit of a gamble.
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Be Exceptional Gold 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its 'seductive' and 'fancy' character, make it ideal for dates and nights out. While suitable for more casual evening wear, it might be a bit much for the office or sport, and a tad less formal than some other options.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Opens with a zesty, peppery burst of mandarin and geranium, giving a fresh yet spicy kick. This quickly evolves into a heart of smooth lavender and earthy cedar, softened by a touch of unique pomarose that adds a hint of rosy apple. The base lingers with a warm embrace of rich amber, deep patchouli, and the creamy, balsamic notes of amyris, creating a sophisticated and enduring trail.

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