How does AnOther 13 compare to Le Labo Santal 33?+−
They share the same house and niche pricing, but the fragrances are quite different in character. Santal 33 is earthier, woodier, and more overtly present — it projects and announces itself. AnOther 13 is quieter, more abstract, and skin-close. People who've grown tired of Santal 33's distinctive profile often find AnOther 13 to be the more interesting, less ubiquitous alternative, though it rewards patience in a way Santal 33 doesn't require.
Is AnOther 13 actually worth the price given the dupe options available?+−
This is an active debate in the fragrance community. Affordable alternatives exist and can approximate the opening reasonably well, but the consensus is that dupe versions tend to flatten out in the dry-down — delivering a generic synthetic musk rather than the more nuanced warmth of the original's ambroxan and Ambrettolide base. Whether that difference justifies the price gap is a personal call, and community opinion is genuinely split on it.
What's the longevity and projection like in real use?+−
Projection is intentionally modest — this is a close-skin fragrance, not a statement scent. You won't fill a room with it, and some wearers report occasionally forgetting they have it on. Longevity, however, is notably strong: the warmth in the base clings to skin for hours, and on fabric the scent has been known to persist for days. Think of it as a fragrance with low broadcast range but high staying power.
Is AnOther 13 suitable for the office or professional settings?+−
Yes, it's one of the more reliably office-appropriate fragrances in the niche category. Because it projects softly and its accord is clean, warm, and non-polarizing, it's unlikely to bother colleagues even in close quarters. The community frequently recommends it specifically as a daily or business-context wear for this reason.
Does AnOther 13 work for all genders?+−
It's marketed as unisex and broadly performs that way, though how it reads can shift depending on individual skin chemistry. On some people it pulls slightly softer and more feminine; on others it's entirely neutral. The synthetic musk and woody base keep it from landing in traditionally gendered territory, making it a consistent recommendation in conversations about genderless fragrance.
Does skin chemistry significantly affect how AnOther 13 smells?+−
More than most fragrances, yes. The molecular construction — particularly the ambroxan and ISO-E Super at the base — interacts with individual skin in ways that genuinely change the experience. Some wearers find it rich and persistent; others find it almost imperceptible on themselves even when those around them can detect it. Testing on your own skin before committing is especially important with this one.
