Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum bottle Bois de Yuzu
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2018 Year 2016
££ Price Tier £
Shades Blue Eau de Parfum bottle Shades Blue

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum
This is a fresh citrus cheapie that's far better than its price tag suggests. While the yuzu blast is short-lived, it quickly dries down to a clean, understated aroma that lasts for ages on skin, making it an absolute steal for summer days. Don't be shy; over-spray it and bask in the zingy glory.
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Our Verdict - Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
This budget-friendly 'blue' scent is either a beastly bargain or a cheap, synthetic miss. Performance is a total lottery, so you might get a gem or you might get air freshener. Buy at your own risk - some love it, some regret it.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 24%
Floral 1% 0%
Fruity 2% 2%
Green 13% 13%
Sweet 11% 6%
Warm 29% 23%
Woody 19% 26%
Earthy 22% 11%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 15% 27%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bois de Yuzu EdP
Shades Blue EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 14% vs 38%
Bergamot 14% vs 19%
Only in Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 23% Lemon 19%
Shared Notes
Nutmeg 100% vs 20%
Only in Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
Rosemary 21% Ginger 21% Pine 21% Mint 17%
Only in Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum
Oakmoss 53% Papyrus 47%

Accords

Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
81%
49%
Woody
100%
55%
Aromatic
92%
84%
Fresh Spicy
82%
55%
Green
47%
Earthy
48%
Patchouli
46%
Citrus shared
100%
81%
Woody shared
49%
100%
Aromatic shared
55%
92%
Fresh Spicy shared
84%
82%
Green shared
55%
47%
48%
46%

Performance

Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive character makes it perfect for the office, casual wear, or sports. The average projection prevents it from being too overpowering for close-quarters like an office, yet its persistent skin scent makes it a reliable choice for longer days out.

Shades Blue Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it suitable for office wear, though varied performance means some might find it too fleeting. It's a casual scent by nature, described by some as an everyday go-to, and its potential for a strong opening makes it less ideal for formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
90%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Rosemary, Nutmeg notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bois de Yuzu Eau de Parfum
Shades Blue Eau de Parfum
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