Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire vs Mykonos Nautilus
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.
At a glance
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire costs £88.72 and Mykonos Nautilus costs £40, so Mykonos Nautilus is £48.72 cheaper. They share 6 notes out of 15 distinct notes listed across both (40%). Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire is Parfum and listed as unisex, while Mykonos Nautilus is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Game of Spades Black Sapphire is a unisex Parfum from Jo Milano Paris opening with pear, bergamot, mandarin orange and ginger before orange blossom and Georgywood move into musk, Ambrofix, Akigalawood and cedar. The fragrance is widely recognized as Jo Milano's take on Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Extrait, with a slightly warmer and creamier drydown.
Mykonos Nautilus
Nautilus is an oceanic, luminous fresh fragrance built around the luxurious, mineral DNA of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, combining crisp pear and bright ginger with a heavy ambroxan base.
Comparison
| Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire | Mykonos Nautilus | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.9/10 · 1 review | 8.0/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.8/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Projection | 7.2/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £88.72 | £40 |
| Concentration | Parfum | Extrait |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman | Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
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Mykonos Nautilus
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Heart Notes
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Shared Notes
6 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire lists Georgywood, Ambrofix, Akigalawood and Cedar that Mykonos Nautilus does not.
Mykonos Nautilus lists Jasmine, Amber, Vanilla, Guaiac Wood and Ambroxan that Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Mykonos Nautilus
Both share Woody, Fresh, Floral, Citrus and Fruity. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Musky and Aromatic. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Amber, Vanilla, Gourmand, Aquatic, Herbal, Mineral and Marine.
Vibes
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Mykonos Nautilus
Both share Fresh, Clean, Modern and Luxurious. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Elegant. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Playful, Warm, Gourmand and Aquatic.
Occasions
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Mykonos Nautilus
Both share Signature, Daytime and Office. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Evening and Year-round. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Social, Casual, Formal, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel, Work, Everyday, Outdoor and Warm weather.
Performance
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Mykonos Nautilus
Both share Long lasting. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire also lists Moderate projection. Mykonos Nautilus also lists Versatile and Sillage.
Style lane
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Mykonos Nautilus
Both share Fruity woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (8.0/10)
- Projection: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (7.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Mykonos Nautilus (£40)
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire leads on scent accuracy, while Mykonos Nautilus leads on longevity, projection, value for money and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire has 1 community review and Mykonos Nautilus has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire or Mykonos Nautilus?
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire costs £88.72 and Mykonos Nautilus costs £40, so Mykonos Nautilus is £48.72 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire or Mykonos Nautilus?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 7.8 out of 10 for longevity and Mykonos Nautilus 8.0 out of 10, so Mykonos Nautilus rates higher.
Which projects more, Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire or Mykonos Nautilus?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 7.2 out of 10 for projection and Mykonos Nautilus 7.5 out of 10, so Mykonos Nautilus rates higher.
Which is closer to Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire or Mykonos Nautilus?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 8.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Mykonos Nautilus 8.0 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire rates higher.
Which is better value, Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire or Mykonos Nautilus?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Mykonos Nautilus 8.5 out of 10, so Mykonos Nautilus rates higher.
What notes do Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire and Mykonos Nautilus share?
They share 6 notes: Pear, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Ginger, Orange Blossom and Musk.
Which occasions suit Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire and Mykonos Nautilus?
Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Office and Year-round. Mykonos Nautilus is tagged for Signature, Social, Daytime, Casual, Office, Formal, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel, Work, Everyday, Outdoor and Warm weather.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
- Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman vs Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire
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