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Colonia Intensa Eau de Parfum bottle Colonia Intensa EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2007 Year 2005
££ Price Tier £
Concept No 18 Eau de Parfum bottle Concept No 18 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Colonia Intensa EDP
A divisive one, this. It's often praised as a classy, refreshing take on a classic Colonia, but just as often dismissed as an 'old man's' scent. Its intimate projection and moderate longevity frustrate some, but it's a solid choice for those who appreciate understated elegance.
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Our Verdict - Concept No 18 EDP
This one is a divisive scent, some hail it as a unique, underrated gem, others find it just plain odd, with a prominent, almost overpowering star anise note that can be startling. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of fragrance, definitely not a blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Colonia Intensa EDP
Concept No 18 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 27% vs 20%
Lemon 21% vs 17%
Shared Notes
Musk 18% vs 18%
Patchouli 16% vs 18%

Accords

Colonia Intensa Concept No 18
100%
Citrus
84%
Soft Spicy
100%
81%
Fresh Spicy
55%
60%
Woody
81%
75%
Aromatic
79%
Anis
75%
69%
Warm Spicy
72%
Powdery
68%
Musky
58%
Green
57%
55%
Fresh
52%
Leather
49%
Herbal
47%
Amber
Citrus shared
100%
84%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
81%
55%
Woody shared
60%
81%
Aromatic shared
75%
79%
75%
Warm Spicy shared
69%
72%
68%
58%
57%
55%
52%
49%
47%

Performance

Colonia Intensa Concept No 18
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Colonia Intensa

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean accords make it very office-safe. While elegant enough for formal settings, its generally muted performance means it's better suited for more intimate occasions or casual daytime wear, especially in warmer weather.

Concept No 18

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and distinct, somewhat unusual spicy profile make it a bit too bold for a formal setting or the gym. However, its unique character could shine for a casual outing or a date, though some find it a touch peculiar.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fresh spicy, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Colonia Intensa EDP
Concept No 18 EDP
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