The Dark Side
Francesca BianchiExtrait2016
Side by side
The Dark Side vs. 5 The Guardian Master
The Dark Side rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| The Dark Side | 5 The Guardian Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Extrait | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2022 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Francesca Bianchi | Philippe Paparella-Paris |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
The Dark Side
Amber
Woody
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Balsamic
Honey
Violet
Iris
5 The Guardian Master
Warm Spicy
Amber
Sweet
Fresh Spicy
Cinnamon
Woody
Aromatic
Tobacco
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
IncenseSpicy NotesStyrax
FrankincensePink PepperBlack PepperCardamomNutmegChili LeafTurmeric
Heart
HoneyVioletIris
HoneyCedarwoodCinnamonClary SageIrisJasmine
Base
AmberVanillaSandalwoodCedarVetiver
AmberVanillaLabdanumLeatherMuskOakmossOpoponaxPatchouliPlumSandalwoodTobaccoTonkalactone®Vetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| The Dark Side | 5 The Guardian Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
No opening act, no gradual reveal. This extrait drops you directly into its heart and asks you to stay. A surprising softness and depth awaits those who linger.The Dark Side
Bold warmth that doesn't ask permission. Spice-bazaar intensity softened by tobacco's late-night intimacy. If you've wanted a fragrance that projects conviction rather than seeking approval, this is it.5 The Guardian Master