James
AtkinsonsEau de Parfum2022
Side by side
James vs. Santal 33
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| James | Santal 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2022 | 2011 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Olivier Pescheux, Yann Vasnier | Frank Voelkl |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
James
Aromatic
Woody
Earthy
Citrus
Patchouli
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Soft Spicy
Santal 33
Woody
Leather
Powdery
Warm Spicy
Violet
Spicy
Green
Leathery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
LimeBergamotPink Pepper
Cardamom
Heart
Elemi ResinViolet LeafWhite Flowers
LeatherIrisViolet
Base
VetiverAkigalawoodMuskPatchouli
SandalwoodVirginia CedarPapyrusAmber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| James | Santal 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
The opening is undeniably fresh. Clean, aromatic, citrus-bright. But here's the thing, it doesn't stay there. Vetiver and patchouli pull it somewhere earthier.James
This fragrance is less a perfume and more an atmospheric event. The sandalwood is the anchor but the leather and papyrus make it interesting. Not everyone will appreciate the slightly feral quality.Santal 33
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| James | Santal 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 oz | — | $120.36ecosmetics |
| 1.7 oz | — | $273.36ecosmetics |
| 3.4 oz | — | $435.20ecosmetics |
| Best offer | $155.95ecosmetics | — |
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