Solo Eau de Toilette vs The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Solo

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2011
££	Price Tier	££

The Golden Secret

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Solo Eau de Toilette

This one's a divisive dark horse. Some reckon it's a classy, unique leather-tea blend, a more serious take on the original Solo. Others find it an absolute scrubber, akin to 'toilet spray' or a 'dusty gymnasium'. Try before you buy, unless you're a gambling man.

Acquired

Our Verdict - The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

A divisive yet shockingly popular scent for the money, The Golden Secret is a more subdued take on the 1 Million DNA. Expect compliments despite its fleeting performance.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	1%
Floral	3%	1%
Fruity	0%	11%
Green	17%	16%
Sweet	10%	9%
Warm	21%	29%
Woody	15%	14%
Earthy	15%	11%
Animalic	19%	20%
Fresh	17%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Solo EdT

The Golden Secret EdP

Notes

Only in The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Apple 47% Mint 28% Green 25%

Shared Notes

Nutmeg 9% vs 39%

Only in Solo Eau de Toilette

Frankincense 15% Leather 14% Tea 14% Lavender 12% Cedar 10% Ambergris 9% Benzoin 9% Thyme 8%

Only in The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Pepper 37% Cumin 24%

Only in The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Leather 44% Cedar 30% Musk 26%

Accords

Solo Eau de Toilette The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

86%

Fresh Spicy

100%

48%

Green

70%

63%

Aromatic

45%

62%

Leather

60%

57%

Woody

47%

57%

Animalic

50%

56%

Lavender

Fruity

56%

49%

Warm Spicy

Fresh

46%

45%

Balsamic

Amber

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

86%

100%

Green shared

48%

70%

Aromatic shared

63%

45%

Leather shared

62%

60%

Woody shared

57%

47%

Animalic shared

57%

50%

Lavender

56%

Fruity

56%

Warm Spicy

49%

Fresh

46%

Balsamic

45%

Performance

Solo Eau de Toilette The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Solo Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

With its moderate performance and elegant leather-tea profile, this scent is ideal for office and formal wear, where refinement is key. It's also well-suited for dates due to its sensual character, but its richer accords make it less versatile for casual daytime or sport.

The Golden Secret Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate sillage and lack of longevity make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual settings, where frequent reapplication isn't an issue. The warm, sensual accords also make it a popular choice for dates and evenings out, but its perceived 'cheapness' and sweetness detract from formal wear.