Passion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1988 | Year | 2014 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
L'Eau Scandaleuse
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Passion is properly divisive: a beastly, gothic powder-bomb, beloved by those who want to smell dark and mysterious, but completely overwhelming for others. Definitely a 'try before you buy' to see if you're a vamp or a victim.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, a genuinely divisive beast of a scent. Expect a full-on, unapologetic assault of vintage glam, raw animalic power, and a tuberose that's anything but shy. Not for the faint of heart, but utterly captivating.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 5% |
| Floral | 25% | 23% |
| Fruity | 3% | 9% |
| Green | 8% | 12% |
| Sweet | 20% | 13% |
| Warm | 14% | 9% |
| Woody | 11% | 13% |
| Earthy | 13% | 21% |
| Animalic | 16% | 25% |
| Fresh | 12% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too potent for office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often mention wearing it for 'naughty nights' or 'gothic' occasions rather than casual daytime activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong, long-lasting nature and potent animalic and tuberose accords, this isn't an office-friendly scent. Its bold, complex character makes it perfectly suited for evening events or intimate dates, while its unique vintage quality can certainly elevate a distinguished formal occasion.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Animalic, Smoky accords and Leather, Ylang-Ylang notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.