Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum vs Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Ivoire de Balmain

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1979	Year	1991
££	Price Tier	££

Vent Vert

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

This is a divisive classic that evokes intense passion, both good and bad. Many rave about its timeless elegance, while others find its sharp, green character challenging. Definitely a 'try before you buy', this isn't a safe blind purchase.

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Our Verdict - Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper cult classic, but be warned: the 1991 reformulation is still a green powerhouse, though some purists might sniff at it compared to the original. It's divisive, sharp, and certainly not for everyone, but if you love a truly 'green' scent, you'll be hooked.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	11%
Floral	24%	27%
Fruity	3%	3%
Green	15%	23%
Sweet	18%	13%
Warm	16%	10%
Woody	11%	11%
Earthy	17%	12%
Animalic	6%	6%
Fresh	13%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Ivoire de Balmain EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Asafoetida 10% vs 10%

Bergamot 8% vs 9%

Lemon 7% vs 10%

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 13% Chamomile 13% Galbanum 12% Marigold 11% Artemisia 10% Mandarin 8% Violet 7%

Only in Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Green 17% Lime 12% Basil 12% Orange Blossom 10% Neroli 10% Peach 9%

Shared Notes

Rose 7% vs 9%

Ylang-Ylang 7% vs 8%

Jasmine 7% vs 10%

Lily Of The Valley 7% vs 11%

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Orris 9% Narcissus 9% Carnation 9% Nutmeg 8% Pepper 8% Iris 8% Neroli 7% Cinnamon 7% Raspberry 6%

Only in Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Galbanum 12% Hyacinth 12% Marigold 10% Violet 9% Freesia 9% Spicy 8%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 15% vs 13%

Vetiver 10% vs 12%

Sandalwood 9% vs 9%

Musk 9% vs 10%

Amber 8% vs 10%

Only in Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Incense 10% Patchouli 10% Labdanum 10% Tonka Bean 9% Vanilla 8%

Only in Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Iris 12% Sage 11% Styrax 10% Cedar 10%

Accords

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

71%

72%

Green

100%

88%

Fresh Spicy

62%

82%

Herbal

46%

78%

Woody

56%

76%

Floral

61%

71%

Earthy

52%

64%

Balsamic

61%

Warm Spicy

61%

Powdery

47%

Citrus

61%

White Floral

61%

Aromatic shared

100%

71%

Green shared

72%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

88%

62%

Herbal shared

82%

46%

Woody shared

78%

56%

Floral shared

76%

61%

Earthy shared

71%

52%

Balsamic

64%

Warm Spicy

61%

Powdery shared

61%

47%

Citrus

61%

White Floral

61%

Performance

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ivoire de Balmain Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Ivoire is best reserved for formal events or evening wear where its complex character can be appreciated. While some find it suitable for a classy office scent, its powerful presence might be too much for daily casual settings.

Vent Vert Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its intensely green and fresh nature makes it ideal for casual wear and invigorating for sport, especially in warmer weather. While it has a classic elegance that could work for some office settings, its initial sharpness and polarizing character might be too much for formal events or intimate dates.