Thomson Carter 2023 Edp

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Smoke & Mirrors

Thomson Carter Smoke & Mirrors is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. The fragrance settles into a heart of Leather, Musk, and Sandalwood.

Our verdict on Smoke & Mirrors: Statement

Don't fall for the hype: Smoke & Mirrors is a divisive one. While some find a decent, masculine scent, others detect an unpleasant, dated aroma. Many agree it's just 'average' and doesn't live up to its marketing claims.
  • Masculine
  • Mysterious
  • Soft
  • Warm
  • Woody
Smoke & Mirrors Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 3%
Fruity 0%
Green 0%
Sweet 16%
Warm 6%
Woody 41%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 43%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Powdery
93%
Musky
86%
Leather
72%
Animalic
59%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

The strong woody, leathery, and musky accords, alongside a consensus of average to weak performance, make this unsuitable for intimate office settings. It's best suited for casual or date wear, where a bolder, slightly mysterious scent can be appreciated, but not for formal events due to its polarising nature and lack of widespread appeal.

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About

Smoke & Mirrors opens with a warm, spicy woodiness that quickly evolves. The heart embraces a distinctive blend of leather and musk, providing a robust, slightly animalic core. A lingering powdery facet softens the edges, making for a scent that's meant to convey rugged confidence, though reviews suggest it can lean towards a 'milky sandalwood' or even 'melted plastic' before the leather settles in.