Imperial EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2014 | Year | 1984 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Paloma Picasso EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
This isn't a shy scent, darling. Paloma Picasso is a bold, take-no-prisoners chypre that screams 80s glam, but in the best possible way. Love it or loathe it, you won't forget it, and you certainly won't smell like anyone else in the room. Some find it a bit much, but if you're after 'dark, sensual, and a bit raunchy', this is your girl.
Scent Profile
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Performance
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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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This powerful, long-lasting scent with significant sillage is too dominant for most office environments, though a factory worker found it a pleasant aroma for their workspace. It truly shines for date nights and formal events, exuding a confident, sexy aura. It's far too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, warm spicy, floral
Subtle differences in overall composition
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