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

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Old Library (8)

Unice pentru By the Fireplace (7)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — By the Fireplace

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Old Library	By the Fireplace
Brand	Dark Tales	Maison Martin Margiela
An	2019	2015
Evaluare	4.19	4.22
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	10	9