L’Ombre Dans L’Eau
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Jaipur Bracelet
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a polarised experience. L'Ombre Dans L'Eau EDP isn't a safe blind buy, with some finding its opening too acrid or green, bordering on bug spray or toilet freshener. Yet for others, it's a gothic masterpiece - a natural, melancholic rose garden after the rain.
A divisive scent, many hail it as a fresher, greener ode to Dior's Pure Poison, while others find it a cheap, dated imitation. Expect elegant, green florals or a blast of 'rotten basil' - your skin chemistry holds the key.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 13% |
| Floral | 37% | 33% |
| Fruity | 9% | 0% |
| Green | 32% | 26% |
| Sweet | 12% | 11% |
| Warm | 0% | 4% |
| Woody | 1% | 12% |
| Earthy | 0% | 3% |
| Animalic | 1% | 4% |
| Fresh | 24% | 26% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
The strong, occasionally sharp green opening might be divisive for an office setting, but its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable once settled. For dates and casual wear, its natural, romantic, and somewhat mysterious character shines, fitting a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. It's too complex and melancholic for sport and not universally crowd-pleasing enough for most formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean floral and green profile makes it highly suitable for everyday casual wear and office settings, often described as inoffensive and safe. While some see it as elegant enough for formal occasions or dates, its modest sillage makes it less impactful for those events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Citrus, Fresh Spicy accords and Petitgrain notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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