89%
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Full Speed Eau de Parfum bottle Full Speed
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- Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Full Speed Eau de Parfum
It's a mixed bag, this one. Some reckon its fresh, zesty character is a solid cheapie for everyday use, especially for younger lads. But be warned, a fair few found it utterly synthetic, smelling more like cleaning fluid than a sophisticated scent. Longevity is a serious issue, so don't expect it to hang around long.
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Our Verdict - Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
Dunhill Icon Elite is a divisive woody scent: some find it a sophisticated, underrated gem, while others dismiss it as generic and underwhelming. It's affordable, but its performance is a toss-up - sometimes subtle, sometimes surprisingly long-lasting on clothes.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 19%
Floral 1% 2%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 19% 13%
Sweet 8% 6%
Warm 15% 20%
Woody 36% 29%
Earthy 2% 11%
Animalic 8% 7%
Fresh 26% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Full Speed EdP
Icon Elite EdP

Notes

Only in Full Speed Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 50% Cypress 50%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 31% vs 27%
Only in Full Speed Eau de Parfum
Cedar 36% Musk 33%
Only in Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
Ebony 30% Suede 26% Labdanum 17%

Accords

Full Speed Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
75%
100%
Woody
100%
92%
Citrus
67%
76%
Fresh Spicy
58%
58%
Warm Spicy
73%
61%
Fresh
57%
Green
47%
Powdery
48%
45%
Musky
45%
Leather
44%
Aromatic shared
100%
75%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
92%
67%
Fresh Spicy shared
76%
58%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
73%
61%
57%
Powdery shared
47%
48%
Musky shared
45%
45%
44%

Performance

Full Speed Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Full Speed Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, aromatic nature, coupled with poor longevity and sillage, makes it ideal for casual and sport settings where a subtle scent is preferred. It's generally too light for formal events and struggles to make an impact on a date, though some mentioned it as office-friendly due to its close projection.

Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and generally refined woody character make it suitable for office wear. While pleasant, it lacks the strong projection often desired for dates or casual outings, though some find it sufficiently elegant for formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
89%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Citrus accords and Cardamom, Juniper notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Full Speed Eau de Parfum
Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
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