Paris
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
B. Balenciaga
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Which Should You Buy?
A perfectly balanced violet that's both refined and a bit aloof. Often described as elegant yet distinctly modern, Balenciaga Paris is a beloved, versatile scent that many lament has been discontinued.
This green, woody Balenciaga offering is a divisive one. You'll either adore its unique cool pea-pod freshness and sophistication or wrinkle your nose at its savoury, pickle-like oddness. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 34% | 35% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 20% | 17% |
| Sweet | 12% | 9% |
| Warm | 4% | 1% |
| Woody | 22% | 27% |
| Earthy | 18% | 10% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 22% | 26% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and elegant, clean profile make it ideal for office and casual wear, projecting sophistication without overwhelming. While versatile, its subtle nature might be less impactful for truly formal events or high-energy sport. Many reviewers explicitly mention it as a work-day go-to.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, non-offensive sillage and fresh profile make it ideal for the office. While versatile, its unique green character might be less conventional for formal events, and its subtle nature doesn't scream 'date night' in the classic sense.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Woody, Ozonic accords and Violet Leaf, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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