Question 1

What's the difference between Café V and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Café V is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes (2013) dominated by Warm Spicy 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 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Café V or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Café V scores 3.80/5 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 Café V and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace reçoit des avis mitigés de la communauté, les utilisateurs reconnaissant qu'il s'agit d'un parfum distinctif qui fonctionne mieux dans des contextes spécifiques.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Café V or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Café V vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Café V scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Café V leans evening, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Café V vs By the Fireplace

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à By the Fireplace (9)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — By the Fireplace

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Attribut	Café V	By the Fireplace
Marque	Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes	Maison Martin Margiela
Année	2013	2015
Évaluation	3.80	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	0	9