Samsara Eau de Parfum bottle Samsara
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U Gender U
1989 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Centenario Eau de Parfum bottle Centenario

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Samsara Eau de Parfum
A legendary scent that's loved, longed for, and occasionally loathed. Vintage bottles are considered masterpieces, while newer formulations are seen as a shadow of their former glory. It's truly a perfume that transcends mere fragrance, provoking strong emotional connections.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Centenario Eau de Parfum
A truly divisive scent, Centenario swings between a creamy, tropical dream and an old-fashioned powdery nightmare. You'll either love its unique iris-coconut combo or find it too odd to wear.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 7%
Floral 35% 37%
Fruity 7% 11%
Green 8% 2%
Sweet 30% 31%
Warm 6% 1%
Woody 10% 13%
Earthy 7% 2%
Animalic 8% 11%
Fresh 11% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Samsara EdP
Centenario EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 29% vs 39%
Bergamot 17% vs 26%
Only in Samsara Eau de Parfum
Peach 19% Green 17% Lemon 16%
Only in Centenario Eau de Parfum
Tiare Flower 33%
Shared Notes
Iris 18% vs 29%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 26% vs 43%
Musk 16% vs 31%
Only in Samsara Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 20% Amber 18% Tonka Bean 18%
Only in Centenario Eau de Parfum
Jasmine 25%

Accords

Samsara Eau de Parfum Centenario Eau de Parfum
100%
Powdery
100%
96%
Woody
72%
77%
Yellow Floral
52%
66%
Vanilla
66%
Iris
51%
64%
Sweet
57%
58%
Amber
Coconut
55%
51%
White Floral
54%
51%
Floral
Musky
46%
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
96%
72%
Yellow Floral shared
77%
52%
66%
Iris shared
66%
51%
Sweet shared
64%
57%
58%
55%
White Floral shared
51%
54%
51%
46%

Performance

Samsara Eau de Parfum Centenario Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Samsara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Samsara is best suited for evenings and special occasions where its rich complexity can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual daily wear or the office, but perfect for making a memorable impression on a date or at a formal event.

Centenario Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its moderate sillage and unique profile, Centenario suits casual and date settings, evoking a relaxed, tropical vibe. The prominent powdery and iris notes lend it a certain elegance that could work for less formal events, but it's not a go-to for the office or strenuous activities.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
88%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Woody, Sweet accords and Iris, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Samsara Eau de Parfum
Centenario Eau de Parfum
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