Question 1

What's the difference between Private Eye and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Private Eye is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Curatrix (2024) 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 3 accords: Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Private Eye or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Private Eye scores 4.14/5 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 Private Eye 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 receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Private Eye or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Private Eye vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Private Eye scores highest for winter wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Private Eye leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Private Eye vs By the Fireplace

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Private Eye (9)

Unice pentru By the Fireplace (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — By the Fireplace

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Private Eye	By the Fireplace
Brand	Curatrix	Maison Martin Margiela
An	2024	2015
Evaluare	4.14	4.22
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	9