Foxcroft Intense vs Baraonda — Fragrance Comparison | Fraganty
Foxcroft Intense vs Baraonda
Side-by-side comparison of Foxcroft Intense by Solstice Scents and Baraonda by Nasomatto
Solstice Scents
feminine
3.75(48)
Accords
Nasomatto
2016feminine
4.42(5,684)
Accords
Comparison Summary
Shared Accords (1)
Woody
Attribute
Foxcroft Intense
Baraonda
Brand
Solstice Scents
Nasomatto
Year
—
2016
Rating
3.75
4.42
Concentration
—
—
Gender
feminine
feminine
Total Notes
0
0
Community Sentiment Pulse — Baraonda
Positive
43 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
8.2
/10
Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts. Most community members love its unique character and longevity, though a few find it overly syrupy or experience weak projection on their skin. It's considered a gem in the Nasomatto collection and a worthwhile investment for those seeking a sophisticated boozy scent.
Positive
Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes
Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration
Converts non-perfume wearers; appeals broadly with addictive, beautiful character
Well-crafted masterpiece from respected niche house
Negative
Can be too syrupy and rich for some tastes
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Foxcroft Intense and Baraonda?+
Foxcroft Intense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Solstice Scents (undated) dominated by Woody accords. Baraonda is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nasomatto (2016) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Woody.
Woody
100%
Aromatic
57%
Earthy
52%
Mossy
24%
Fresh Spicy
21%
Conifer
17%
Best: Fall (100%)Day (79%)
Woody
100%
Whiskey
79%
Musky
66%
Rose
33%
Floral
31%
Amber
25%
Best: Fall (100%)Night (91%)
Which is better, Foxcroft Intense or Baraonda?
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By community rating, Foxcroft Intense scores 3.75/5 vs Baraonda at 4.42/5. Baraonda's standout strength: Unique whiskey/boozy scent with excellent blending of whiskey, wood, and floral notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Foxcroft Intense and Baraonda smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Baraonda: Baraonda is highly regarded as a masterfully blended whiskey fragrance that garners exceptional compliments and appeals even to non-perfume enthusiasts.
Which lasts longer, Foxcroft Intense or Baraonda?+
Baraonda: Highly complimented fragrance with strong performance and longevity due to extrait concentration Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Foxcroft Intense vs Baraonda?+
Foxcroft Intense scores highest for fall wear; Baraonda scores highest for fall wear. Foxcroft Intense leans daytime, Baraonda leans evening.
Projection may be weak on certain skin types
Difficult to find testing opportunities and expensive samples
