Obsession
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| F | Gender | M |
| 1985 | Year | 1986 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Obsession for Men
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Which Should You Buy?
A magnetic, historic powerhouse - Obsession is one of the definitive ambery orientals, radiating heat, sensuality, and a provocative, animalic depth. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable.
A spicy amber powerhouse that bottles eighties masculinity with unapologetic warmth, richness, and sillage. Not for the faint of heart or the modern minimalist, but an iconic, nostalgic statement for cold nights.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 15% |
| Floral | 12% | 11% |
| Fruity | 5% | 5% |
| Green | 11% | 9% |
| Sweet | 18% | 20% |
| Warm | 17% | 19% |
| Woody | 15% | 19% |
| Earthy | 12% | 11% |
| Animalic | 13% | 6% |
| Fresh | 12% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Obsession's powerful amber, vanilla, and animalic warmth make it ideal for cold weather and crisp fall evenings, where its intensity shines. It can be overwhelming in summer heat, but works beautifully in winter and late autumn.
Occasions
Best for evening wear, formal events, or dramatic occasions where you want a commanding presence. Its strength and sillage are likely too intense for office or sporty settings.
Seasons
The dense warm spicy, amber, and woody structure makes it best for chilly fall and winter weather, while its aromatic and citrus highlights allow for limited wear in temperate spring. It is far too heavy and sweet for summer heat.
Occasions
Its bold sillage and vintage richness fit best for evening, dates, or cozy settings. It's too attention-grabbing and heavy for most office or sporty situations, but can work for formal events in cold weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Jasmine, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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