No. III Swim
GabarEau de Toilette2021
Side by side
No. III Swim vs. Tears
Tears wears longer on skin, while No. III Swim projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| No. III Swim | Tears | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | — |
| Launched | 2021 | 2022 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Ruth Mastenbrœk | Mathieu Nardin |
| Best season | Spring | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
No. III Swim
Green
Woody
Aromatic
Fruity
Fresh
Patchouli
Earthy
Soft Spicy
Tears
Floral
Amber
Fresh
Iris
Animalic
Green
Soft Spicy
White Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Currant BudsGalbanum
Green Cognac OilMandarin orange blossomPink Pepper
Heart
Green TeaBlack FigJasmineOrris Root
LilacIrisFrankincense
Base
CedarwoodPatchouliMuskAmberTonka Bean
AmbergrisMusk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| No. III Swim | Tears | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
The name promises cool water, but the scent is green, bitter, and contemplative. No. III Swim opens sharp and stays close to the skin, revealing sweetness only as it settles.No. III Swim
This is not a crowd-pleaser. The Lilac heart skews vintage, almost nostalgic, while the Cognac opening reads more bourbon than bergamot. Worth sampling before committing, especially if you want.Tears