Question 1

What's the difference between Spanish Cedar and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Spanish Cedar is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Odecla (2022) dominated by Vanilla accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Musky, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Spanish Cedar or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Spanish Cedar scores 4.75/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Spanish Cedar and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Powdery, Musky, Woody, Warm Spicy. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Spanish Cedar or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Spanish Cedar vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Spanish Cedar scores highest for winter wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Spanish Cedar leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Spanish Cedar vs By the Fireplace

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Spanish Cedar (5)

Unique to By the Fireplace (8)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — By the Fireplace

Positive

Negative

Attribute	Spanish Cedar	By the Fireplace
Brand	Odecla	Maison Martin Margiela
Year	2022	2015
Rating	4.75	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	9