Ginza Eau de Parfum bottle Ginza
Edp Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2021 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££££
Elite III Parfum bottle Elite III

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ginza Eau de Parfum
Shiseido Ginza is a divisive floral-fruity, with some finding it a chic crowd-pleaser and others dismissing it as a generic shampoo scent. If you're after a youthful, clean, everyday wear, give it a go.
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Our Verdict - Elite III Parfum
This is a clean, timeless floral that's an absolute crowd-pleaser for those who love a classic, soapy vibe. It leans feminine and brings a touch of lighthearted elegance to any daytime occasion.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 3%
Floral 28% 32%
Fruity 16% 13%
Green 3% 5%
Sweet 18% 22%
Warm 11% 5%
Woody 21% 16%
Earthy 11% 12%
Animalic 1% 4%
Fresh 13% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ginza EdP
Elite III Parfum

Notes

Only in Ginza Eau de Parfum
Pomegranate 61% Pink Pepper 39%
Only in Elite III Parfum
Aldehydes 56% Blackcurrant 44%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 20% vs 25%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 37% vs 33%
Sandalwood 27% vs 36%
Only in Ginza Eau de Parfum
Hinoki Wood 35%
Only in Elite III Parfum
Incense 30%

Accords

Ginza Eau de Parfum Elite III Parfum
100%
Floral
61%
Aldehydic
100%
95%
Woody
87%
46%
White Floral
88%
Fresh
76%
47%
Fruity
70%
50%
Sweet
67%
Soapy
56%
Rose
54%
49%
Patchouli
Floral shared
100%
61%
100%
Woody shared
95%
87%
White Floral shared
46%
88%
76%
Fruity shared
47%
70%
Sweet shared
50%
67%
56%
54%
49%

Performance

Ginza Eau de Parfum Elite III Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ginza Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its clean, fresh, and moderate projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear without being overwhelming. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its 'shampoo-y' quality lessens its suitability for formal settings.

Elite III Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its clean, light-hearted floral character with moderate sillage makes it highly suitable for office and formal settings. The versatility of the scent, often described as appropriate for daily wear, also suits casual outings and daytime dates.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
85%
Accord
57%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Woody, Fruity accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ginza Eau de Parfum
Elite III Parfum
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