Adonis Awakens
ArgosEau de Parfum2022
Side by side
Adonis Awakens vs. Shem
Is Adonis Awakens better than Shem?
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Rose
rosefresh spicywoodyfloral
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Adonis Awakens and Shem?
| Adonis Awakens | Shem | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2022 | 2021 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Lucas Sieuzac |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Adonis Awakens and Shem smell?
Adonis Awakens
Citrus
Rose
Sweet
Fruity
Fresh Spicy
Musky
Woody
Soft Spicy
Shem
Aromatic
Woody
Rose
Leather
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
Floral
Amber
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Adonis Awakens and Shem share?
Top
GrapefruitPink PepperBergamot
RoseGeraniumCardamom
Heart
RaspberryJasmineChestnutVanilla
OsmanthusAmber
Base
Cashmere WoodRoseSandalwood
LeatherVetiverElemi Resin
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Adonis Awakens or Shem?
| Adonis Awakens | Shem | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Adonis Awakens and Shem?
A rose that plays no games. It's not subtle, not quiet, and doesn't care if you expected something demure. The Bulgarian absolute hits hard, vanilla softens the edges, and eight hours later you're.Adonis Awakens
Shem doesn't try to please everyone. The leather in the drydown is not a whisper; it's a statement. If bold, structured fragrances appeal to you, this rewards wearing.Shem
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