What's the difference between Bread in Chestnut and By the Fireplace?+
Bread in Chestnut is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Scents of Wood (2022) 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 6 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody, Nutty.
Which is better, Bread in Chestnut or By the Fireplace?+
By community rating, Bread in Chestnut scores 3.95/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. On r/fragrance, Bread in Chestnut sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while By the Fireplace is 6.5/10 (mixed). Bread in Chestnut's standout strength: Pleasant, cozy gourmand scent with cinnamon raisin bread character. 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.
Do Bread in Chestnut and By the Fireplace smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Bread in Chestnut: Bread in Chestnut is a pleasant, cozy gourmand fragrance with appealing cinnamon raisin bread and caramelized sweetness, but suffers from weak projection and can feel overly sweet. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.
Which lasts longer, Bread in Chestnut or By the Fireplace?+
Bread in Chestnut: Projection and longevity are weak Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Bread in Chestnut vs By the Fireplace?+
Bread in Chestnut scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Bread in Chestnut leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.
