1.7 fl. oz. - 50ml
1.7 fl. oz. - 50ml
1.7 fl. oz. - 50ml
1.7 fl. oz. - 50ml
0.2 fl. oz. - 5ml
ONE DAY
Seoul
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$134.07
HK$1,050
Description
Seoul by One Day captures the tranquil essence of a snowy afternoon spent in a cozy café. It opens with a distinctive blend of bitter coffee, warm nutmeg, and a bright touch of bergamot, immediately setting a sophisticated, inviting tone. As it develops, the scent reveals a heart of dry cedar and a nuanced cacao pod, reminiscent of unsweetened cocoa powder rather than a sugary chocolate. The fragrance settles into a comforting base of creamy vanilla, earthy vetiver, and smooth sandalwood, creating a warm, woody dry down that lingers beautifully. This is a scent that evokes quiet contemplation and urban serenity.
Perfumer: Michael Wong
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Woody
Spicy
Warm
Resinous
Notes
Top Notes
Coffee
Nutmeg
BergamotMiddle Notes
Cacao Pod
CedarBase Notes
Vanilla
Vetiver
SandalwoodAbout ONE DAY
ONE DAY is a Hong Kong-based niche perfume house founded by Michael Wong, renowned for its artistic fragrances infused with humor and photorealistic tea-inspired scents in the Tea Exclusive collection, including Oolong, Osmanthus, Jasmine, and Puerh. The brand embraces a minimalist philosophy, handcrafting and packaging each perfume in simple white bottles to evoke purity, calm, and the essence of time amidst urban chaos. Their Ethos of Cities line captures urban inspirations, setting them apart with playful yet sophisticated olfactory storytelling.
Perfumer
Michael Wong
Michael Wong is a Hong Kong-born perfumer who received academic training in Korea under the mentorship of an ISIPCA perfumer and has created fragrances for several brands. In 2017, he launched his own niche perfume house One Day, emphasizing simplicity, serenity, and wearable realism inspired by his family's tea-drinking tradition, with notable works including the award-winning Oolong Tea series that secured an Art and Olfaction Award in 2022. He recently debuted the house Epichron with Twin Peaks, a tea-infused scent shortlisted for an Art and Olfaction Award.
Reviews
5.0
Excellent1 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 1 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often highlight Seoul's realistic coffee and cocoa opening, noting it's more bitter and powdery than overtly sweet. The dry down is frequently praised for its warm, woody character, though some find it leans a bit earthy or rugged. It's generally considered a unique and well-blended fragrance.
Pros
Realistic Coffee Opening: Many appreciate the authentic, bitter coffee and unsweetened cacao notes that kick off the scent.
Cozy Woody Dry Down: The cedar, vetiver, and sandalwood create a comforting, warm woodiness as the fragrance evolves.
Versatile for Everyday: It's often described as a beautiful and suitable fragrance for daily wear.
Cons
Earthy Dry Down: Some reviewers find the dry down to be too earthy or even slightly animalic for their preference.
Lack of Sweetness: A few wish for more prominent sweetness or creaminess to balance the earthier aspects in the later stages.
Comparisons
Similar to Liis Bo: Shares a similar appeal with Liis Bo, often mentioned by those who enjoy this style.
Reminds reviewers of By Kilian Angels' Share: Evokes a similar feeling for some, though with distinct differences in composition.
Often compared to d'Annam Vietnamese Coffee: Noted for its coffee focus, drawing parallels to other prominent coffee scents.
Vibe & Emotions
Serene and Calm: Evokes the feeling of a peaceful, snowy cafe setting, offering a sense of quietude.
Warmth and Comfort: The blend of coffee, cocoa, and woods creates a cozy and enveloping sensation.
Transportive and Nostalgic: Many feel instantly transported to a specific place or memory, particularly a cafe in Seoul.
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