The Essence
Porsche DesignEau de Toilette2008
Side by side
The Essence vs. Karl New York Mercer Street
Karl New York Mercer Street rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| The Essence | Karl New York Mercer Street | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2008 | 2020 |
| Gender | Male | Male |
| Perfumer | Anne Flipo, Bruno Jovanovic | Alienor Massenet |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
The Essence
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Fruity
Balsamic
Warm Spicy
Amber
Patchouli
Karl New York Mercer Street
Aromatic
Green
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Citrus
White Floral
Sweet
Herbal
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
ArticalJuniperBlueberry
RhubarbBasilWhite PepperCitruses
Heart
CorianderBlack PepperSiberian Pine
Aromatic NotesFloral Notes
Base—
CottonMusky Notes
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| The Essence | Karl New York Mercer Street | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Most fresh fragrances play it safe to the end. The Essence doesn't. That smoky patchouli turn at the drydown is the whole point, and the reason you wear it.The Essence
The sillage is moderate. Not the fragrance that fills a room, the one that makes someone lean in. Lime, basil, and white pepper combine in a way that feels fresh without trying.Karl New York Mercer Street
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| The Essence | Karl New York Mercer Street | |
|---|---|---|
| Best offer | — | $30.49ecosmetics |
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