Game of Spades Royale by Jo Milano Paris
Brand: Jo Milano Paris
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
A rich nutty gourmand: hazelnut and cacao over jasmine sambac and cedar, finishing on caramel, ambroxan and moss.
Is Game of Spades Royale worth it?
How it smells: Opens with hazelnut and cacao, jasmine sambac and cedar at the heart, then dries down to caramel and ambroxan.
Scent Score: 67/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 73, versatility 73, layerability 44 and value 73, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for dates and evenings. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2022 · Unisex
Key accords: Hazelnut, Cacao, Jasmine Sambac, Cedar, Caramel, Ambroxan
Top Notes
- Hazelnut
- Cacao
Heart Notes
- Jasmine Sambac
- Cedar
Base Notes
- Caramel
- Ambroxan
- Moss
Occasions: Date, Evening, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Game of Spades Royale by Jo Milano Paris belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A rich nutty gourmand: hazelnut and cacao over jasmine sambac and cedar, finishing on caramel, ambroxan and moss. Game of Spades Royale opens with Hazelnut and Cacao. The heart brings Jasmine Sambac and Cedar. It dries down to Caramel, Ambroxan, and Moss.
How to wear Game of Spades Royale
On skin, Game of Spades Royale by Jo Milano Paris has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for date, evening, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Delina by Parfums de Marly. Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Delina and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Game of Spades Royale opens with Hazelnut and Cacao.
The heart brings Jasmine Sambac and Cedar.
It dries down to Caramel, Ambroxan, and Moss.
What to layer with Game of Spades Royale
Delina by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and caramel.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Delina
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and caramel.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Paradoxe Intense by Prada
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambroxan and moss.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Paradoxe Intense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Paradoxe Intense
Monaco Royale by Mykonos
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share caramel and moss.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Monaco Royale on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Monaco Royale
Incense 01 by Swiss Arabian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 97/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share hazelnut and moss.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Incense 01 on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Incense 01
Pairings to approach with care
Rain by Commodity
Not Recommended · 31/99
Gourmand and Aquatic notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Rain
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 33/99
Game of Spades Royale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Tea
Related fragrances and why
- Delina by Parfums de Marly — Both include cedar and caramel.
- Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9 — Both include cedar and caramel.
- Paradoxe Intense by Prada — Both include ambroxan and moss.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Game of Spades Royale?
Game of Spades Royale opens with Hazelnut and Cacao. The heart brings Jasmine Sambac and Cedar. It dries down to Caramel, Ambroxan, and Moss.
How long does Game of Spades Royale last, and how strong is it?
Game of Spades Royale by Jo Milano Paris has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Game of Spades Royale?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits date, evening, and casual.
What layers well with Game of Spades Royale?
Delina by Parfums de Marly is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and caramel. Apply Game of Spades Royale first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Game of Spades Royale : 2 sprays Delina.
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