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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
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| 1995 | Year | 1962 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bal à Versailles
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Which Should You Buy?
This perfume is a divisive, intoxicating beast. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, with some finding it a masterpiece of rich, animalic florals and others utterly repulsed by what they describe as
Bal à Versailles is properly divisive, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that’s not for the faint of heart. Original formulations, adored by Michael Jackson, are hailed as masterpieces - rich, complex, and seductively ‘naughty’. But be warned, modern versions might leave you longing for that vintage magic, or worse, with just a whiff of talcum powder or cat pee.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 11% |
| Floral | 26% | 25% |
| Fruity | 4% | 2% |
| Green | 8% | 8% |
| Sweet | 22% | 21% |
| Warm | 3% | 9% |
| Woody | 15% | 15% |
| Earthy | 8% | 11% |
| Animalic | 8% | 14% |
| Fresh | 18% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinctive, animalic character make it unsuitable for office wear. This is a showstopper for special occasions or intimate dates, best enjoyed in cooler weather due to its rich, heavy accords.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and animalic accords make it unsuitable for office or sport. However, the opulent, amber-heavy profile and "naughty" or "sexy" sentiment from reviews make it perfect for dates and evening formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Animalic accords and Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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