Sycomore Eau de Parfum

Chanel Sycomore EDP opens with a moderate projection of slightly sweet, woody smokey, green, and spicy accords. The opening is masculine, elegant, bold, unique, and very pleasant. The vetiver, cypress, juniper, and tobacco are the most noticeable opening notes. The vetiver creates a very noticeable earthy, grassy, woody, green note; the cypress and juniper introduce a pine-like, resinous, slightly sweet, and balsamic note, evocative of pine forests; the tobacco, pink pepper, and spices work together, creating a dark tobacco note with a hint of incense, bold, dark, and projecting. As the fragrance moves to its dry down, the sandalwood adds a noticeable sweet touch changing the fragrance initial slightly sweet note to mildly sweet, it counterbalances the strong green woody and tobacco notes. The violet and aldehydes are faint support notes, they are overpowered by the featured green, and dark notes. The fragrance has a very little opening to dry down changes, the opening has just a pinch of sweetness; towards the dry down, this note grows to mild. Once Chanel Sycomore EDP has reached its full dry down, it can be summarized as a moderate projection, mildly sweet, green, vetiver, cypress, juniper, dark smokey tobacco, and sandalwood fragrance with spicy, and incense-like accords. The fragrance feels bold, churchy, commanding, dark, dense, dry, earthy, elegant, earthy, exotic, expensive, formal, green, harsh, heavy, high-quality, imposing, intense, masculine, mature, mysterious, nicely-blended, nocturnal, piney, resinous, smokey, sophisticated, special, sweet, warm, woody, and very pleasant. BATCH REVIEWED: 2020. WOW RATING: 10/10. An outstanding woody, piney, smokey, green, and resinous fragrance. DISLIKE RATING: 4/10. The green vetiver, and dark tobacco and prominent. UNIQUENESS: 10/10. The combination of notes produces a unique scent. MASS APPEAL: 6/10. This is a bold fragrance for mature wearers, not a crowd-pleaser. PROJECTION: 4/10. Moderate, about 4 feet around the wearer. SILLAGE: 6/10. Very good, about 6 feet behind the wearer. APPLICATION: 4 atomizations. LONGEVITY: 6/10. Very good, about 6 hours, it provides a very good projection for 4 hours. SEASONS: Winter, fall, colder days, daytime, nighttime, and climate-controlled environments. OCCASIONS: Formal events, outdoor gatherings, office, business, casual, holidays, clubbing. This is an office-friendly fragrance. VERSATILITY: 7/10. A very good fragrance for casual for formal wear. GENDER: Masculine. AGES: 30 and above. RECOMMENDATION: Chanel Sycomore EDP can be purchased retail for $200 (2.5oz). It is an expensive fragrance but it worth its price for those that look for a mature, dark, and bold fragrance. This is a great buy. BLIND-BUY: No, sample it first. SIMILAR: These are examples of fragrances in the same genre. Amouage Interlude Man EDP is the darkest and greatest fragrance of this house; Amouage Memoir Men EDP is a very good, intense, dark, and green fragrance; Amouage Epic Man is a great, intense, smokey incense, spicy nutmeg, and leather fragrance; John Varvatos Dark Rebel Rider is a good, short-lived, dark, incense, tobacco, and leather fragrance; John Varvatos Dark Rebel is a good, short-lived, woody, leathery, tobacco, spices, and boozy fragrance; Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade is a great, intense, mildly sweet, dark oud, smokey incense, sweet resinous benzoin, and spicy saffron fragrance; Bvlgari Man in Black EDP is a very good, mild, sweet tobacco, rum, leather, smoky, and spices fragrance; Mercedes-Benz Club Black Men EDT is superb, sweet vanilla, benzoin, smoky incense, and woody fragrance; Issey Miyake Nuit D’Issey Men EDT is a great, mild, dark, incense, and green fragrance; Mancera Red Tobacco EDP is a great, intense, mildly sweet, ambery, tobacco, oud, cinnamon, and saffron fragrance; Mancera Hindu Kush is a great, challenging, intense, incense, dark woods, and strong green accords fragrance; Montale Full Incense is a fantastic, intense, incense, dark woods, and green fragrance; Nasomatto Black Afgano is a potent, green, and incense fragrance; Tiziana Terenzi Ecstasy is a very good, intense, patchouli, incense, woody, and floral fragrance; Chanel Egoiste Men EDT is a good, intense, bold, black tobacco, and woods fragrance; John Varvatos Oud Men EDP good, mild, dark tobacco, incense, oud, myrrh, and spices fragrance; AllSaints Incense City EDP is a very good, sweet, ambery, and incense fragrance; Montale Arabians Unisex EDP is an impressive, strong projection, oud, leather, ambergris, and spicy thyme fragrance; Dior Purple Oud is a good, but challenging, intense, slightly sweet, oud, and spicy fragrance; Chanel Sycomore EDP is a superb, mildly sweet, green, vetiver, cypress, juniper, dark smokey tobacco, and sandalwood fragrance. SUMMARY: A moderate projection, mildly sweet, green, vetiver, cypress, juniper, dark smokey tobacco, and sandalwood fragrance with spicy, and incense-like accords. The fragrance feels bold, churchy, commanding, dark, dense, dry, earthy, elegant, earthy, exotic, expensive, formal, green, harsh, heavy, high-quality, imposing, intense, masculine, mature, mysterious, nicely-blended, nocturnal, piney, resinous, smokey, sophisticated, special, sweet, warm, woody, and very pleasant.

I walked into a Chanel beauty boutique in Seoul initially intending to purchase Coromandel, but unfortunately I felt it smelled a bit too feminine and lipstick-y on my skin for my liking (nothing wrong with that, just not something I preferred in that moment). The employee then suggested I try Sycomore and thought it'd be more to my liking. Well, he was definitely right. This is classic Chanel--a classy, woody, old-fashioned men's fragrance with traditional French craft, good to use all year round in my opinion. I know I previously equated Reflection Man by Amouage as a masculine counterpart to Chanel No. 5, but I honestly think Sycomore plays that role even better. (Not saying I like one more than the other, it's just this is more reminiscent of Chanel No. 5 while still managing to have a primarily masculine presence.) The opening is slightly harsh to some (people I know couldn't seem to like it), but I'm able to appreciate it for what it is. It's tangy, with vetiver mixed with aldehydes and a very subtle animalic note. I know aldehydes aren't everyone's cup of tea, but they're certainly mine, as I find the aroma comforting as opposed to dated. The scent profile seems to soften gradually into a more mellow accord of woods, but don't for a second think the performance is faltering. I sprayed this cologne prior to check-out at a hotel before, and from there, to the airport, to a four-hour flight, to a three-hour drive to where I was staying (about 12 hours total), I could still smell Sycomore projecting from my skin. How great is that! In regards to the Lalique comparisons, I honestly can't tell you whether or not they are similar because I haven't smelled Lalique's Encire Noir yet. I will say this, however--this is indefinitely the masculine Chanel No. 5. As such, this fragrance is not for everyone. Only a select group of people will enjoy and appreciate this scent profile, if I'm being honest, so you won't be able to blind buy this; you'll actually have to test it thoroughly prior to purchase to ensure your satisfaction. And it's really important to make sure you're 100% contented with this, and that it is a good match for your vibe and energy, because if we're being honest, it ain't cheap. However, if it does meet your tastes, be prepared to walk out feeling like a confident, distinguished, and honestly quite seductive gentleman (or lady, or anyone in between). You'll have the world in your grasp. -- EDIT: while I don't personally agree with the subjective opinion of the person 3-4 comments below mine, their description of the fragrance as a fitting signature scent for Lilith Sternin might just be the most spot-on comparison I've ever seen on this website. This fragrance is unapologetic, serious, cold-hearted yet soft and inviting when needed, and overall screams the sassy, sarcastic bad b*tch energy Lilith matches.

The initial smell reminds me exactly the smell of the walls and air of a smoke sauna: black soot on walls and whisks made of birch branches in hot water, very realistic experience, even unexpected from Chanel. (The only other thing similar to such a soot have been the top/initial notes of Beautiful by Estée Lauder -- the vintage version, not the modern one!) Then it tones down a bit but stays roughly the same and is quite similar to Guerlain's Vetiver Parfum. Sycomore disappears immediately on my shirt. So I would certainly prefer Vetiver Parfum which has the same profile but much stronger and which works on shirt too. Similarity with Encre Noire A L'Extreme -- no, except the only common vetiver base. All vetiver scents could be considered similar then. I just compared on both hands and Encre Noire A L'Extreme also supersedes Sycomore by its clear character and strong vetiver in it. Sycomore seems to be the least "Chanel" scent so far. Edit 07.07.26: finishing my sample at last. This time I recalled that I had actually tested this already 13 years ago in a shop! This was one of the last two to choose from when I was buying a whole bottle of Chanel. Back then with barely any experience in the scent world Sycomore reminded me mostly leather, like leather boots, it felt too distinctive and brave to wear outside and I still feel so even though I enjoy the smell, so the winner back then was 28 La Pausa which I still use and which is one of my Chanel favourites. Another thing that I felt when testing Sycomore today was the same thing as previously: this is primarily soot, the black tar-like substance or coating material that forms over time on the walls of a smoke sauna. I don't consider this scent as a vetiver scent at all, even though yes, there is similarity with Guerlain's Vetiver Parfum which is one of my best vetiver scents! They're similar but still too different at the same time. Just to be sure, I sprayed some "pure vetiver" on my other hand (which I consider my Vetiver Haiti by The Merchant of Venice) so I have a fresh experience of vetiver in my nose and yes, this Vetiver Haiti / Vetiver Bourbon, Grey Vetiver, Cowboy Grass, September and others that I consider vetiver scents and enjoy them as such are very different from Sycomore. Only when the initial soot disappears a bit over time then it turns slightly more to the vetiver kind. Both stages are nice.

A fragrance to seduce a Parisian poet-lumberjack by the campfire! I first smelled this in 2016, and I absolutely hated it, but apparently my tastes have become more sophisticated since then, because I'm going to upgrade it now to a Love. What a shocker! I'm really enjoying this small dabber bottle of the EDP that a generous friend gave me. I will admit that the first time I encountered this, back in 2016, I announced that it smelled like "fancy bongwater." I don't know what I was thinking. I suspect that I did not understand the nature of vetiver, a note I now adore, at least when it's done right. (I did love Misia right away, which came out the same year, and I continue to love it beyond all reason, but Misia is predominantly floral, which is automatically more conventional.) Now when I smell Sycomore I smell piney trees and a photorealistic moss, with cypress and spicy autumn leaves and the faintest tinge of smoke. I think this would smell incredibly sexy on my husband, but I want to hoard this sample all to myself. I'll wear it whenever I want to smell like a perfect camping trip, with the snap of fresh juniper and maybe an active volcano in the distance. I just have Sycomore on the back of one hand for now--I wanted to be careful because of my initial reaction--but I plan to apply it more generously the next time I want to smell sexy, androgynous, and decisive. I don't think it's technically a fougère, but the strong vetiver note might make it function like one. I don't know if I'll wear this often enough to consider a full bottle, especially since a little goes a long way with this stuff, but I feel like it will be a great addition to my growing collection. I mostly gravitate to supergirly florals or supersoapy aldehyde accords; sometimes I will go with fruit, musk, and woody notes, but I'd say the vast majority of the fragrances in my collection are pretty much the opposite of this perfume. I feel like it's important to explore different facets of yourself. My best friend wears this one when she wants to feel like a bad boss bitch, and maybe it makes her feel that way because it is so resolutely and defiantly unfeminine. But that doesn't make it overly masculine either. This just smells like outdoors, and that's not a gender to me.

Sycomore is indeed a fantastic vetiver, which is however blemished by the existence of Encre Noire EDT, it's no secret at this point. However, to answer the most urgent question, they are definitely not the same (Sycomore and EN EDT), and Encre Noire al'Extreme is a completely different fragrance, not even in the same genre. However the question remains, could you wear Encre Noir EDT and pass it off as Sycomore? Absolutely, I'm certain 9 out of 10 people would probably think they are identical in the opening. The reason why they feel so similar (imo) is that there seems to be a very characteristic combination of a cypress raw material I immediately recognized because it is commonly used in men's cosmetic products as well as vetiveryl acetate aka molecule 03. I am no expert by any means, but I get both of those in both Sycomore and EN which always reminds me of dry crushed Autumn leaves, bitter green, very dry, but also ethereal and oddly addictive. Beyond that point the two fragrances diverge pretty significantly imo, the dry down is practically incomparable. Those familiar to the les Exclusif line know that the common motif is an iris accord, shared by almost all fragrances of the line to some degree, as well as really luxurious high end musk accords in the dry down. Sycomore has exactly that, a powdery violet like iris accord and a ridiculously 'pure' smelling vetiver and musk dry down, like smelling at 1080p as opposed to Encre Noire's 480p drydown which largely dries down to cedarwood and cashmeran. I definitely get some sandalwood softness in the drydown which is unique to Sycomore. Longevity is admittedly better too, but not by a long shot, you maybe get another 2 hours, which granted is an improvement. Verdict: Sycomore is in my mind, undoubtedly the best vetiver money can buy (given that inky vetiver is my favorite vetiver) and for someone as obsessed with vetiver as I am it is an obvious purchase. However, just one tier below sits Encre Noire EDT which you can get for 1/8th of the price and it will cover all the bases for you.

Where do I start? Well, Sycamore EDT has been my signature fragrance and all-time favorite fragrance for about a year. Words cannot describe how much I adore Sycomore. I really wish I would have purchased a backup bottle of the EDT. I received a nice sized EDP sample and within a half second of the first spray, I knew it was different. Considerably different. First of all, the aldehydic blast that I grew to love and crave is G-O-N-E. So sad. The vetiver note is still exquisite, undoubtedly ultra high quality, undoubtedly a reference "dry vetiver". The spices are amped up quite a bit. In the initial 10 minute opening, it almost feels like a different fragrance. Very similar to other high-quality niche vetivers I've tried, but I cannot put my finger on an exact comparison. Actually, the more I think about it, the more I get whiffs of Guerlain Vetiver (that would be an absurd comparison to the EDT version... no offense to the brilliant Guerlain Vetiver)... a testament to the amped up spices. After 10 minutes, a more familiar vetiver-cypress dominant fragrance takes over, with tobacco poking through. I keep going back to smelling my arm and without a doubt I'm smelling a really GREAT fragrance. A full-bottle worthy fragrance. But this is not Sycamore. This is a clear attempt at making the original Sycamore, a true unisex fragrance, into a more masculine, mainstream spicy-vetiver fragrance. I have yet to experience an EDT to EDP change that didn't significantly alter the smell of a fragrance. This is contrary to what every Chanel representative claims. If you are a Sycamore EDT fan, DO NOT blind buy this. You may very well love it - you might even love it more than the EDT.... but it is a different scent.

I love this fragrance but I am mystified. First I received a sample from Chanel with another purchase and I absolutely loved it. Sycomore reminds me of attending Tibetan Buddhist smoke offering ceremonies where we have a big outdoor fire, burning cedar or juniper branches with barley flour and incense and sugar, butter and flour. Smokey, sweet, woodsy, clean, grounded, mystical, magical, kind, and holy. I gave my Chanel sample to a friend who needed a boost, though it was hard to part with it haha! So a little bit later I ordered a large decant of Sycamore to be sure before splurging on a real purchase. This decant does not last on me at all. So, I’m wondering if a got a diluted sample or if this is the performance of the real perfume. I keep re-reading the reviews here but they are pretty varied. I ordered Encre Noire Extreme as suggested, hoping for a more economical choice, and it just does not hold a candle (or fire puja) to Chanel Sycamore. To me it smells like sandalwood and pen ink, mainly ink, as the name means, ‘Black Ink’. Eventually I will give in and purchase from Chanel because I adore this scent and it reminds me of special times that make me feel supported and spiritual...I will update about my experience on the endurance when I have a real bottle. Ok I got a real bottle about 6 months ago. I wear it a lot, several days a week. I’ve already used half the bottle. I wish it was stronger. But I do really enjoy it and it is a supportive, grounding scent for me. It is part of the daily getting ready routine. Not a frivolous topper that I’d spray as a finishing touch.

This was my first full bottle purchase of 2023. Sycomore is a beautiful blend of dry green notes, earthy vetiver, sweet and smokey tobacco, and some slight powdery florally touches from violets and aldehydes. Though there are no citruses in the notes, it zings when it first hits your skin--the juniper berry and vetiver combined to remind of a crisp gin & tonic with a slice of lime. As it settles into the skin, the juniper recedes, and the aldehydes and tobacco join the vetiver, which is now growing increasingly earthy. The violet flickers throughout the dry down, and is especially noticeable in the sillage, providing a sweet, powdery, vegetal floral note that I find addictive. This performs how I'd expect a perfume of this price, and of this target market, to perform. It's not targeted at niche-fragrance-lovers who enjoy a bombastic experience--but rather speaks more to the "quiet luxury" crowd. On my skin, it lasts a decent 6-8 hours, with a sort of "magic" sillage; at times I think it's completely disappeared, only for me to move and have it magically reappear. We are having an unusual bout of hot weather, so I am looking forward to see how this performs in the autumn chill in a few months. I do have an issue with anosmia with this. I sprayed it on a shirt, and could not smell it while wearing 4 hours later. The day later, while going through my hamper, I was hit with wafts of Sycomore. Take that what you will!

A serious contender for best work fragrance of all time. This is a unisex ‘executive’ perfume, and not one you wear on a date or to bed. I am a corporate lawyer (f) and this wears perfectly when presenting to the board. It also wears well with smart casual for daytime. Smells like a $million. Not a lot is needed. No reapplication through the day needed. There is no sweetness or femininity here, just a luxe breath of ‘natural’ earth/loam/tree bark. Very faithful to ‘natural’ outdoor green surroundings. That is the vetiver, which is round and creamy and the highest quality you’ll ever find. (Encre Noir is similar but ‘cheaper’, flatter and ‘hollower’). This one is better hands down. On me there is no juniper (and I am glad). There is no tobacco either. Just trees, earth and fresh air. There is the barest trace of violet, which lifts it and keeps it from being heavy or bitter. (I initially hated it. I put it away for a year, and then became so obsessed with it I had to full-bottle/buy, so give it a chance! I swear, I think better with this perfume on.) 👍 Chanel Cristalle is similar and though universally loved, it is more muddled and lacks the focus and genius of Sycomore (better suited to an arty ingenue) and Chanel Paris-Edinburgh is too clean and plausible and reads like the ‘Chance Eau Fraiche’ of the bunch (if that makes sense).

This review is for batch code 7901 (late 2022). The initial blast is very un-Chanel: one of smokey woods, evoking marshmallows burning on a campfire beside a lake. Vetiver and cypress notes dominate the first two hours before resolving into the trademark Chanel aldehydes and violet in the drydown, leaving just a hint of the campfire. The opposite of linear, 'smokey to sweet' would be a fair description of the journey from top to base notes. The overall feeling it evokes is one of having just walked out of a David Lynch set; dark and mysterious. The "Twin Peaks fragrance" moniker is an accurate one. I would describe it as a beautiful experience from beginning to end, however this isn't necessarily a fragrance you wear to please others, it's far too distinct to allow you to blend in with the wallpaper. You will stand out wearing it. Having never smelled the EDT I can't compare with the EDP but I will say the batch I received smells very different to the tester I smelled in store (which was a much older batch), suggesting it has been recently reformulated. The older batch smelled of a minty, Christmas pinecone. This batch was far smokier and whilst still an autumn/winter scent, could in no way be described as Christmassy to my nose.

On my skin, this is A very well blended Vetiver fragrance, with a combo of Cypress-Juniper just behind it, that give it a nice Gin and Tonic vibe in an understated way, while at the far back, I can detect some nice spices, which occasionally I get nice strong wafts of, and it adds a nice Nuance/complexity to the wearing experience. Definitely smells more masculine than all the other 'Les Exclusifs de Chanel' fragrances by a considerable margin, and on top of that, it definitely feels innately different from them in a way I can't particularly explain. That aside I still quite enjoy it, it definitely feels like a fragrance you'd want to dress up for, whether that be a suit, or just a clean look in general, it's there to announce you presence and leave an impression, but not be imperative at all. This feels like an Autumn and Spring fragrance to me, with more moderate days in Summer n winter being fine as well, as I said it's definitely a formal leaning fragrance, but depending on your personality I think it could suit casual outings too. I get medium projection on my skin with roughly 7-8 hours longevity. It's not one my favourites in the line, but it's quite nice and interesting to my nose nonetheless. Final Verdict is a 8/10

I liken this to my long lost favourite L'Essence by Balenciaga. They aren't particularly similar in a way people would recommend them as dupes but I feel like they're similar souls. Both Sycomore and L'Essence are primarily violet and vetiver heavy, imo (and I'm a sucker for that rare combo). L'Essence is much more of a dewy forest after rainfall scent; juicier in a way, more "raw" smelling than the very refined Sycomore. Sycomore has a very polished air to it, almost aloof, that je ne sais quoi quality that I find many of Chanel's better scents have. It's simple but extremely well done in its simplicity. Its vetiver is the finest I've ever smelled without being overwhelming and that's saying something. It is incredibly polished. Like Sycomore could be the mother whereas L'Essence could be the young daughter. Longevity and sillage are superb - it's not a sillage bomb like Baccarat or anything but it's not a whisper, there and gone, like Jo Malone. The hefty price tag in this case does certainly come with a guarantee of longevity at least. Would I shell out the 200+ quid for it? Maybe. If I had it to spare, surely. It's definitely one of the most beautiful, harmonic perfumes I've smelled in a while. Perfectly unisex btw.

I was in love with Encre Noire before formulation and used several bottles. But one day with my bottle the scent was different and it wasn't in a better way. And unfortunately had to let go encre noire as my signature scent. After several years in airport I smelt Sycomore EDT and I felt the resemblance with initial formulation of EN. But I didn't have budget that moment and that's why I didn't make the buy. Several years later I found EDP and made the instant purchased. And happier then ever. This is my signature scent along with Amouage EPIC and I do love this. With initial spray there is earthy vetiver along with tobacco (extremely well used) and behind these you feel aldehydes together with some spices. And final stage is clean cypress with earthy vetiver. It is indeed true that much resemblance with EN but the quality here is top notch. It is not like since it is chanel and expensive it has to be good!! This is indeed good. If you like vetiver dont miss this. Performance wise I wish it has better longevity and projection. But unfortunately longevity is moderate to good and projection is moderate to low. You need to have close contacts to be smelt. But all in all very very good one.

My first vetiver fragrance. It was love at first sniff. What an absolutely masterful scent. Coming from someone more sensitive to pink pepper, the spice and pink pepper are smoothly blended in with all the other notes so that they cannot be mistaken as obnoxious in any sense. It exudes competency and a quiet assuredness, and would make a great perfume for an office environment or other formal occasions. Sycomore leans somewhat more masculine, but is ultimately genderless. I love that aspect about it, as someone who doesn't feel a strong connection to gender. But the price of $350+ for 75 ml, with this performance? Definitely try a sample first, since it's not a safe blind buy because of the potential performance issues. From what I am seeing here, it either performs decently or horribly, depending on your skin chemistry. Unless you're someone who has money to throw around, I cannot recommend this if it performs so poorly. The longevity and projection left much to be desired, to the extent that I would describe it as almost a skin scent on me after a few hours. I'll definitely be on the lookout for more worthwhile alternatives.

Vetiver heaven! Admittedly, it's a note I love but Sycomore encapsulates everything I want from a vetiver centric fragrance. It's like being in the middle of a pine forest as it just starts to rain and the smell that envelopes you as the first drops hit the soil, mingling with the smell of smoke from a small fire that just went out. It's smoky, earthy, a bit green, delightfully woody (but not so much that it's too masculine), spiced (if were to guess I would say black pepper), fresh & clean (but not in a sterile way) and blended to perfection so that all the notes exist in perfect harmony and balance. This is absolutely a unisex scent, great for every season and occasion. Lalique's Encre Noir has a similar vibe but is louder, more rough around the edges which definitely made me appreciate the restraint shown by the perfumer in Sycomore. Performance, rounded up, is moderate in my experience. The scent lasts for a good 6-7 hours but is more intimate and with moderate projection but creates a beautiful scent bubble around you. If you like vetiver, then is a safe buy and must have, in my opinion.

Time for my favorite game, a format comparison. On my left arm is a new Sycomore EdP and on my right is the original Les Exclusifs EdT release. I can keep this very simple: these are very nearly two different perfumes. The EdT is one of the driest and woodiest vetivers I’ve ever smelled. The similarities to Encre Noir are significant. In true Les Exclusifs EdT style, it’s full of air and space. The very woody vetiver stretches from the top to the base of the perfume, and in the final skin scent it pairs beautifully with sandalwood and purple violets. The EdP uses the same woody vetiver but seems to use less of it. It’s decidedly floral, heavily leaning on the aldehydes and violet flower note in the top and heart. The final skin scent is very similar to the EdT but softer, more floral, a bit sweeter and wetter. The EdT is a very strident, stately, and stiff character to the EdP’s very pleasant, relaxed and easy beauty. These two formats aren’t the same perfume; think of them as siblings with very different personalities. But, just like a parent, I love them both.

37 male Absolute Fucking Masterpiece 😍 You are sound asleep when a soft noise wakes you 👀. Dark-robed figures enter your lair, and the flickering candles cast their silhouette on the wall😲. In unison, they disrobe, revealing the most beautiful naked women beneath🥳, who approach your California king bed🥵. That is Sycomore.🫦 ************************ ************************ To date: Absolutely NOTHING compares. This is straight sex in a bottle. I've tried all the vetivers. I can not ever, EVER, see anything topping this frag. Fuck the cost. Go into debt to buy it. Edit* To all these reviews saying it smells exactly like Guerlain Vetiver, Encre Noire - I own almost every vetiver scent - this does NOT smell like anything else. Or I would not have spent $600 on a bottle of it. Of course it "resembles" vetiver scents, its vetiver... Use a steak as an example: steak is steak. Smells good - but the real test comes down to what? The taste and texture. Sycomore is a world class steak house vs food store bought. No comparison.

Sycomore is a masterclass in understated elegance. From the opening, you’re met with a dry, smoky vetiver that feels incredibly natural and refined. There’s an earthy quality, but it’s clean and controlled, never dirty or overpowering. A subtle touch of woods and soft smoke gives it depth without making it heavy. What stands out most is the balance. It has presence, but it never feels loud or aggressive. Everything is smooth, structured, and perfectly blended, giving it a calm, confident character. As it dries down, the vetiver becomes softer and slightly creamier, while maintaining that dry, woody backbone. It’s the kind of scent that feels composed and intentional, like a well-tailored outfit. This is not a fragrance that chases attention, it creates a quiet, refined aura that you appreciate more the longer you wear it. Perfect for someone who values simplicity, structure, and timeless style. Scent: 9/10 Longevity: 8/10 Projection: 6.5/10

Honestly, I’ve never fallen for a fragrance this fast. Chanel Sycomore EDP completely stole my heart from the very first spray. Its aroma is elegant and sophisticated, blending soft woody notes with a subtle smoky nuance that makes it unique and unforgettable. Every time I wear it, I feel confident and effortlessly classy. Sycomore strikes the perfect balance: warm, masculine, yet refined—ideal for someone who appreciates detail and quality. I’m in love with how it develops on my skin, from a gentle and fresh opening, to a rich and complex heart, finishing with a warm, long-lasting base. This isn’t just a fragrance—it’s a statement about understated elegance that truly stands out. If you’re looking for a scent that makes you feel elegant, sophisticated, and a little mysterious at the same time, Sycomore EDP is the answer. I just can’t get enough of it.

Sycomore as some of you asked me if it’s a performer... yes it is a performer, it just doesn’t project crazy, but I can promise you 5 sprays and you will get a bubble for at least 10 hours if not more. This shouldn’t be agressieve as well, it’s smooth, soft and gentlemen. This is the true gentlemen vibe, and maybe even more... connecting to Mother Earth and enjoying one of the best vetiver accords ever. Comparison to other vetiver? The quality is on the same spark as Frederic Malle in the drydown and opening. Lalique...? Naaa get out .. the vetive here is actually pretty dark but you won’t tell that. 4 seasons and all occasions. Just a masterpiece and definitely signature worthy. I have my 75ML and a back up 200ML in case this gets hyped and downgraded as usual with hyped scents .. hope everyone will sleep on this