Paper by Commodity
Brand: Commodity
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A minimalist, velvety woody scent that wraps airy cedar and sandalwood in a warm, softly musky amber glow.
Is Paper worth it?
How it smells: Opens with iso e super, amber and woody notes at the heart, then dries down to cedar.
Scent Score: 53/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 30, reputation 81, versatility 87, layerability 48 and value 15, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Musk
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Iso E Super, Amber, Woody Notes, Cedar
Top Notes
- Iso E Super
Heart Notes
- Amber
- Woody Notes
Base Notes
- Cedar
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Paper by Commodity belongs to the woody fragrance family. A minimalist, velvety woody scent that wraps airy cedar and sandalwood in a warm, softly musky amber glow. Paper opens with Iso E Super. The heart brings Amber and Woody Notes. It dries down to Cedar.
How to wear Paper
On skin, Paper by Commodity has moderate longevity, intimate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior. Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Paper opens with Iso E Super.
The heart brings Amber and Woody Notes.
It dries down to Cedar.
What to layer with Paper
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Le Male
Kurky Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kurky Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Kurky Eau de Parfum
Tubéreuse 40 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tubéreuse 40 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 1 spray Tubéreuse 40
Good Girl Gone Bad by KILIAN by Kilian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl Gone Bad by KILIAN on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Good Girl Gone Bad by KILIAN
Pairings to approach with care
Vanille Fatale by Tom Ford
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Vanille Fatale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Vanille Fatale brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vanille Fatale on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 1 spray Vanille Fatale
Supremacy Not Only Intense by Afnan
Not Recommended · 30/99
Supremacy Not Only Intense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Not Only Intense brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Not Only Intense on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Paper : 1 spray Supremacy Not Only Intense
Related fragrances and why
- Ambre Nuit by Christian DiorTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include amber and cedar.
- Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier — Both include amber and cedar.
- Kurky Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian — Both include amber and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Paper?
Paper opens with Iso E Super. The heart brings Amber and Woody Notes. It dries down to Cedar.
How long does Paper last, and how strong is it?
Paper by Commodity has moderate longevity, intimate projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Paper?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Paper?
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and cedar. Apply Paper first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Paper : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit.
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