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    Side by side

    Genua vs. Sartorial

    Genua by Paglieri bottle

    Genua

    Paglieri
    Eau de Parfum2016
    Clearly related
    Sartorial by Penhaligon's bottle

    Sartorial

    Penhaligon's
    Eau de Toilette2010
    New comparison

    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: Genua vs. Sartorial
    GenuaSartorial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Toilette
    Launched20162010
    GenderUnisexMale
    PerfumerHenri Bergia, Eric FracapaneBertrand Duchaufour
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Genua

    Woody
    Aromatic
    Amber
    Fresh Spicy
    Warm Spicy
    Balsamic
    Citrus

    Sartorial

    Woody
    Honey
    Lavender
    Aromatic
    Metallic
    Fresh Spicy
    Sweet
    Animalic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Black PepperLemonOlive Blossom
    AldehydesMetallic NotesBlack PepperGingerViolet LeafNeroli
    Heart
    MyrrhVetiverCedarBasil
    LavenderBeeswaxCyclamenLeatherLime (linden Blossom)
    Base
    SandalwoodPatchouliIncenseCypress
    HoneyOakmossTonka BeanCedarwoodWhite MuskPatchouli

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Genua vs. Sartorial
    GenuaSartorial
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    That bitter-fresh myrrh running through the whole arc is rare in mainstream perfumery. It's not a safe choice, but it is a memorable one. If the combination appeals, it's worth seeking out.Genua
    Sartorial smells like a physical place, not a mood board. This evolution from sharp precision to comforting familiarity is where Sartorial truly shines.Sartorial