Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum bottle Christian Lacroix Absynthe
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2009 Year 2017
££ Price Tier £
Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum bottle Police Legend for Man

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum
This cult classic from Avon is a divisive beast: some hail it as a unique, woody-herbal masterpiece, while others can't get past initial sharpness or find it fleeting. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it, really love it.
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Our Verdict - Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
This is a decent, affordable everyday fragrance that gets unfairly lumped in with the 'Fierce clones'. It's not a beast, nor trying to be - just a versatile, fresh-spicy scent with a subtle boozy twist that makes it stand out. A genuine hidden gem for the price.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 18% 11%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 21% 16%
Sweet 16% 16%
Warm 24% 29%
Woody 17% 15%
Earthy 17% 12%
Animalic 7% 9%
Fresh 9% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Christian Lacroix Absynthe EdP
Police Legend for Man EdP

Notes

Only in Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum
Wormwood 47% Anise 27% Freesia 26%
Only in Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
Lavender 37% Pepper 32% Absinth 31%
Only in Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum
Saffron 28% Narcissus 25% Artemisia 24% Orchid 23%
Only in Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
Star Anise 42% Coumarin 32% Geranium 26%
Only in Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum
Woody 30% Myrrh 26% Ebony 22% Amber 22%
Only in Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
Amberwood 43% Leather 28% Vetiver 28%

Accords

Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
78%
93%
Aromatic
100%
86%
Amber
63%
65%
Fresh Spicy
80%
74%
Warm Spicy
60%
69%
Floral
Lavender
63%
56%
Bitter
54%
Anis
55%
54%
Sweet
52%
Soft Spicy
52%
Leather
49%
Woody shared
100%
78%
Aromatic shared
93%
100%
Amber shared
86%
63%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
74%
60%
69%
63%
56%
Anis shared
54%
55%
54%
Soft Spicy shared
52%
52%
49%

Performance

Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its unique, statement-making character and decent longevity make it better suited for evening dates and formal events. While some find it versatile for casual wear, its bold presence might be too much for an office setting.

Police Legend for Man Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate performance and versatile, fresh-spicy profile make it suitable for daily wear, particularly casual and office settings, as many reviewers suggest. It's not dense enough for formal events or clubbing, but its agreeable nature suits dates where subtlety is preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
83%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
74%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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