Eternity Eau de Toilette vs Roma Eau de Parfum

Eternity

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
1989	Year	1988
££	Price Tier	££

Roma

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eternity Eau de Toilette

Eternity Eau de Toilette is the archetype of the crisp, green masculine scent: lively, clean, and timeless. Effortlessly wearable, it remains a staple for those seeking a fresh yet mature signature.

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Our Verdict - Roma Eau de Parfum

Roma is a divisive classic, lauded for its unique blend of fresh mint, zesty grapefruit, and deep oriental warmth. Be warned, though, that modern formulations might not deliver the same potent punch as the vintage bottles did.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	13%
Floral	32%	32%
Fruity	2%	7%
Green	18%	12%
Sweet	19%	18%
Warm	8%	8%
Woody	9%	7%
Earthy	9%	10%
Animalic	8%	8%
Fresh	16%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Eternity EdT

Roma EdP

Notes

Only in Eternity Eau de Toilette

Green 23% Freesia 22% Sage 20% Citrus 18% Mandarin 17%

Only in Roma Eau de Parfum

Grapefruit 25% Mint 23% Bergamot 20% Blackcurrant 18% Hyacinth 15%

Shared Notes

Carnation 14% vs 30%

Lily Of The Valley 13% vs 21%

Rose 11% vs 23%

Jasmine 11% vs 24%

Only in Eternity Eau de Toilette

Lily 14% Narcissus 12% Marigold 12% Violet 12%

Shared Notes

Musk 21% vs 9%

Sandalwood 20% vs 12%

Amber 19% vs 14%

Patchouli 19% vs 10%

Only in Eternity Eau de Toilette

Heliotrope 21%

Only in Roma Eau de Parfum

Myrrh 17% Vanilla 14% Oakmoss 11% Civet 11%

Accords

Eternity Eau de Toilette Roma Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

83%

Amber

100%

90%

Fresh Spicy

74%

70%

Citrus

87%

80%

Green

73%

Warm Spicy

74%

70%

Woody

73%

Powdery

67%

Floral

63%

60%

Herbal

Vanilla

57%

Aromatic shared

100%

83%

Amber

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

90%

74%

Citrus shared

70%

87%

Green shared

80%

73%

Warm Spicy

74%

Woody shared

70%

73%

Powdery

67%

Floral

63%

Herbal

60%

Vanilla

57%

Performance

Eternity Eau de Toilette Roma Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Eternity Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Bright citrus, green, and aromatic notes shine in spring and summer, offering a crisp, uplifting freshness ideal for warmer weather. Its airy nature makes it less suited to the depth required for winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal Sport

Its clean, non-intrusive projection and fresh character make it perfect for office and casual wear, while still feeling smart enough for daytime dates. It is versatile and never overwhelming.

Roma Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its sophisticated, warm, and spicy profile leans heavily towards evening and cooler weather wear, making it less suitable for casual or sport settings. While some reviewers find it office-appropriate, its strong character and potential for divisive notes like civet mean a light hand is needed.