Question 1

What's the difference between Old Library and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Old Library is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dark Tales (2019) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Balsamic, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Old Library or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Old Library scores 4.19/5 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 Old Library and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Balsamic, Powdery, Amber, Vanilla. 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, Old Library or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Old Library vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Old Library scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Old Library leans evening, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Old Library vs By the Fireplace

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Old Library (8)

Uniek voor By the Fireplace (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — By the Fireplace

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Old Library	By the Fireplace
Merk	Dark Tales	Maison Martin Margiela
Jaar	2019	2015
Beoordeling	4.19	4.22
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	9