Five Squared
Five Squared by Fzotic is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. The house lists its notes as mandarin, grapefruit, rosemary, neroli, orange blossom, petitgrain, spices, amber, incense, oakmoss and tonka bean, without saying which you smell first. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Listed notes
- Mandarin Soft, sweet, almost powdery citrus. Gentler than orange.
- Grapefruit Bitter, slightly sweaty citrus. More grown-up than lemon.
- Rosemary Sharp, camphorous herb. Bracing and clean, borders on medicinal.
- Neroli Distilled orange blossom. Green, soapy and elegant.
- Orange Blossom Sweet, soapy and sunny. Neroli's warmer sibling.
- Petitgrain Bitter twigs and leaves of the orange tree. Dry and a little green.
- Spices Warm spice with no single spice named.
- Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.
- Incense Smoky, dry and meditative. Adds gravity to anything.
- Oakmoss Damp forest floor. Bitter, green and the backbone of every chypre.
- Tonka Bean Almond, hay and vanilla in one. Warm and slightly nutty.
Smells like this
- Memo Paris Zante
- Parfums de Nicolaï Cap Néroli
- Kilian Kologne, Shield of protection
- Nest Seville Orange
- Le Labo Bergamote 22
- Bon Parfumeur 001
More Fzotic fragrances · Discover · Cheaper alternatives