The Woods Collection 2016 EDP

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Secret Source

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The Woods Collection Secret Source is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Secret Source opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Jasmine, settles into a heart of Fruity Notes, Spicy Notes, Orchid, and Lotus, and dries down to a base of Dark Chocolate, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. The Woods Collection's Secret Source carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Divisive. Some swear this is a dead ringer for Black Orchid at a fraction of the cost, while others find it a soapy, lacklustre mimic. Don't expect a perfect dupe, but it's a solid scent on its own merits.
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Secret Source 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, coupled with rich, deep notes like dark chocolate and incense, make it a bit much for the office. It truly shines for evening wear, especially on dates or more formal occasions.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opening with a vibrant medley of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, quickly joined by the lush sweetness of blackcurrant and gardenia. The heart unfurls with succulent fruity and spicy notes, enhanced by exotic orchid. The dry-down settles into a rich, complex base of dark chocolate and vanilla, warmed by amber and sandalwood, and given an earthy depth with vetiver, patchouli, and a whisper of incense.

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