Paris Eau de Parfum bottle Paris
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2010 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
London Eau de Parfum bottle London

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Paris Eau de Parfum
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.
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Our Verdict - London Eau de Parfum
London is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, pairing fresh, dewy rose and cucumber with a striking leather base. Some find it innovative and evocative of a rainy London day, others simply can't get past the 'barnyard' leather or 'band-aid' notes. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 34% 26%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 20% 20%
Sweet 12% 9%
Warm 4% 2%
Woody 22% 19%
Earthy 18% 13%
Animalic 0% 10%
Fresh 22% 24%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Paris EdP
London EdP

Notes

Only in London Eau de Parfum
Cucumber 54% Violet Leaf 46%

Accords

Paris Eau de Parfum London Eau de Parfum
80%
Ozonic
100%
67%
Aquatic
88%
85%
Powdery
82%
Woody
51%
73%
Floral
Rose
71%
Leather
64%
46%
Green
57%
51%
Patchouli
Animalic
47%
Ozonic shared
80%
100%
Aquatic shared
67%
88%
85%
Woody shared
82%
51%
73%
71%
64%
Green shared
46%
57%
51%
47%

Performance

Paris Eau de Parfum London Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Paris Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

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.

London Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate projection and fresh yet interesting profile make it suitable for casual daytime wear, but the distinct leather might be too polarising for formal settings. Reviewers often mention wearing it during the day or on rainy spring days, fitting for offices where strong sillage isn't an issue.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
84%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
50%
Key Similarities

Both share Ozonic, Aquatic, Green accords and Violet Leaf, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Paris Eau de Parfum
London Eau de Parfum
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