Sun
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1989 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gattopardo
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Jil Sander Sun is a total trip back to the 80s, polarising everyone it meets. Some find it a nostalgic, warm hug of a sun cream (the proper European kind, mind), others recoil at what they call an old-fashioned scrubber. Either way, it's never boring.
This is a seriously divisive scent. Some find it a boozy, gourmand masterpiece evoking grand feasts, while others are repulsed by what they describe as raw alcohol and a cloying, chemical mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 8% |
| Floral | 31% | 24% |
| Fruity | 8% | 7% |
| Green | 6% | 11% |
| Sweet | 30% | 29% |
| Warm | 10% | 13% |
| Woody | 11% | 11% |
| Earthy | 7% | 15% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 12% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Its bold projection and strong warmth make it less suitable for formal or office settings, where it might be too much. It shines in casual settings, particularly on holiday or during relaxed evenings, aligning with its "sun cream" and "beach" associations from reviews. While some find it good for dates, its distinct, sometimes polarising character might not be universally adored.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its boozy, nutty gourmand character and strong presence make it too assertive for the office but highly suitable for a memorable date or a formal evening event. The divisive nature of the scent further suggests it's best reserved for situations where you want to make a statement, rather than blend in.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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