Purpose Eau de Parfum bottle Purpose
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Tiger Eau de Parfum bottle Tiger

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Purpose
Divisive and unapologetic, Amouage Purpose is a beast-mode frankincense and pepper punch. It's either a masterful, bold statement or an overwhelming, synthetic mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but for those who get it, it's a profound, signature scent.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Tiger
Zoologist Tiger is a dry, woody affair that's earned a decidedly mixed reception. While some praise its sophisticated vetiver and subtle animalics, others find it too safe, linear, or just plain disappointing for a brand known for its boldness. It's a 'pussycat' for some, a 'menacingly dark' beast for others.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 10%
Floral 6% 7%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 8% 10%
Sweet 6% 10%
Warm 22% 22%
Woody 36% 22%
Earthy 18% 18%
Animalic 9% 14%
Fresh 7% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Purpose EdP
Tiger EdP

Notes

Accords

Purpose Tiger
100%
Woody
100%
90%
Warm Spicy
71%
58%
Aromatic
70%
63%
Amber
45%
50%
Leather
55%
45%
Earthy
54%
Musky
52%
Powdery
52%
Citrus
50%
49%
Oud
Woody shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
90%
71%
Aromatic shared
58%
70%
Amber shared
63%
45%
Leather shared
50%
55%
Earthy shared
45%
54%
52%
52%
50%
Oud
49%

Performance

Purpose Tiger
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Purpose

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Given its monstrous projection and longevity, Purpose is too strong for office wear but makes a confident statement for evenings or formal events. While some find it too intense for dates, its luxurious and mysterious vibe can be compelling for the right occasion.

Tiger

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody-spicy profile make it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it a bit too heavy for casual use. It's often described as a 'gentleman style' scent, perfect for evening dates.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
89%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Suede, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Purpose
Tiger
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