Damier
Les Bains Guerbois2022
Side by side
Damier vs. Xi'an
Is Damier better than Xi'an?
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
Pink PepperSandalwood
woodymuskyfresh spicywarm spicypowdery
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 Damier and Xi'an?
| Damier | Xi'an | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2022 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Fanny Bal | Thierry Wasser |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Damier and Xi'an smell?
Damier
Woody
Musky
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Lactonic
Soft Spicy
Patchouli
Xi'an
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Powdery
Musky
Warm Spicy
Green
Fruity
Aromatic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Damier and Xi'an share?
Top
Black PepperPink Pepper
NutmegBlack Pepper
Heart
MilkJasmine
RhubarbCedarwood
Base
SandalwoodCedarCashmeranPatchouliWhite Musk
Sandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Damier or Xi'an?
| Damier | Xi'an | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
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What do reviewers say about Damier and Xi'an?
This is for someone who doesn't need a fragrance to announce them. The black pepper opening makes a statement, then the milky sandalwood makes the real one.Damier
This won't announce itself across a room. That's the point. Xi'an is for someone who has learned that the best things don't need to shout, they just stay.Xi'an
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