HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
The Scent vs Icon
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: The Scent leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Icon leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
70/100
Longevity
75/100
68/100
Sillage
72/100
26%
Day Wear
58%
74%
Night Wear
42%
21%
Spring
31%
0%
Summer
22%
33%
Autumn
26%
46%
Winter
22%
200
Value (lower price wins)
222
The Scent
Top
ginger, maninka fruit
Heart
lavender, geranium
Base
leather, amber
Icon
Top
bergamot, neroli, lavender
Heart
orange blossom, iris, geranium
Base
leather, black pepper, amber
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is The Scent or Icon better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: The Scent leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Icon leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, The Scent or Icon?
Icon lasts longer. The Scent is rated long lasting (8-10h) while Icon is rated long lasting (8-10h).
Do The Scent and Icon smell similar?
They share 4 notes: lavender, geranium, leather, amber. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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