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Imperial Eau de Parfum bottle Imperial EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2014 Year 2022
£££££ Price Tier ££
Sleight of Fern Eau de Parfum bottle Sleight of Fern EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Imperial EDP
Imperial is a powerful, elegant scent for those who command attention. It's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but if you want to make a statement, this is your weapon.
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Our Verdict - Sleight of Fern EDP
This modern fougère is a divisive one. Some find it a 'modern gem' with a captivating blend of classic and contemporary, while others are put off by medicinal or pickle-like notes. Definitely sample before you commit.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Imperial EDP
Sleight of Fern EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Geranium 32% vs 39%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 25% vs 15%
Patchouli 25% vs 18%
Only in Imperial
Leather 49%

Accords

Imperial Sleight of Fern
100%
Woody
76%
57%
Aromatic
100%
76%
Leather
55%
58%
Fresh Spicy
70%
60%
Lavender
55%
60%
Patchouli
Balsamic
58%
57%
Floral
55%
Smoky
50%
54%
Rose
Mossy
50%
Earthy
50%
Herbal
50%
Woody shared
100%
76%
Aromatic shared
57%
100%
Leather shared
76%
55%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
70%
Lavender shared
60%
55%
60%
58%
57%
Smoky shared
55%
50%
54%
50%
50%
50%

Performance

Imperial Sleight of Fern
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Imperial

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and prominent leather and woody accords, Imperial is best suited for formal occasions and dates where it can truly shine and make an impression without overpowering. Its intensity makes it less ideal for casual wear or the office.

Sleight of Fern

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile, clean profile make it suitable for a variety of settings, from casual to formal, and even office wear when applied sparingly. Reviewers note its elegant and subtle nature, making it adaptable to both daytime and evening occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
70%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, leather, lavender

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Imperial EDP
Sleight of Fern EDP
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