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    Hussar Ballad Гусарская Баллада vs. Tobacolor

    Very similar
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    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

    Key facts: Hussar Ballad Гусарская Баллада vs. Tobacolor
    Hussar Ballad Гусарская БалладаTobacolor
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20192021
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerTatjana NaumovaFrançois Demachy
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Hussar Ballad Гусарская Баллада

    Sweet
    Amber
    Fruity
    Tobacco
    Cherry
    Vanilla
    Honey
    Woody

    Tobacolor

    Sweet
    Fruity
    Honey
    Tobacco
    Amber
    Smoky
    Warm Spicy
    White Floral

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Cherry TobaccoHoneyMaple SyrupDried Plum
    GrapefruitRosemaryBergamotElemi ResinFrankincenseGingerLemon
    Heart
    LabdanumBenzoinOsmanthusRose
    LavenderLemon tree woodGinger
    Base
    AmberVanillaPatchouliCedarwoodMusk
    CedarwoodSandalwoodVetiver

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Hussar Ballad Гусарская Баллада vs. Tobacolor
    Hussar Ballad Гусарская БалладаTobacolor
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This is sweet, unapologetically. Cherry tobacco and honey own the first hour, their combination bright and aromatic, the honey lending a slightly herbal edge that prevents pure sugariness.Hussar Ballad Гусарская Баллада
    Tobacolor is not a tobacco powerhouse in the traditional sense. The citrus and herbaceous opening surprises, and the drydown rewards patience with clean woods that feel premium.Tobacolor