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Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum bottle Soleil Brûlant EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender F
2021 Year 2012
£££££ Price Tier £
Ambre Gris Eau de Parfum bottle Ambre Gris EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soleil Brûlant EDP
Tom Ford Soleil Brûlant is a divisive one, a gourmand amber with an intense, almost challenging character. Some call it a masterpiece, others a scrubber. Sample first, because if you get the dreaded 'celery' note, you won't be impressed.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ambre Gris EDP
This is a proper love-it-or-hate-it scent. If it works with your skin chemistry, you'll be raving about its velvety amber glow and surprising sophistication, especially for the price. If it doesn't, prepare for burnt plastic, soap, or nothing at all.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Soleil Brûlant EDP
Ambre Gris EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 36% vs 40%
Bergamot 31% vs 31%
Only in Soleil Brûlant
Mandarin 32%
Only in Ambre Gris
Lemon 28%
Only in Soleil Brûlant
Honey 54% Orange Blossom 46%
Only in Ambre Gris
Rose 60% Jasmine 40%

Accords

Soleil Brûlant Ambre Gris
100%
Amber
100%
63%
Woody
67%
64%
Citrus
47%
Rose
61%
Powdery
57%
56%
Honey
54%
Sweet
Vanilla
52%
Musky
48%
47%
Animalic
45%
Balsamic
45%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
63%
67%
Citrus shared
64%
47%
61%
57%
56%
54%
52%
48%
47%
Balsamic shared
45%
45%

Performance

Soleil Brûlant Ambre Gris
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Soleil Brûlant

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This scent is strong and long-lasting, with significant projection, making it too overpowering for an office. Its rich, sensual character is perfectly suited for date nights and formal occasions, but its intensity could be too much for casual wear or sport.

Ambre Gris

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its warm, ambery, and occasionally powdery nature makes it a good fit for chillier days and evenings, especially for casual wear or dates. While some find it suitable for all situations, its depth and 'established' feel make it less ideal for the office or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Soleil Brûlant EDP
Ambre Gris EDP
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