Obsession Eau de Parfum vs Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Obsession

Edp	Concentration	Edp
F	Gender	U
1985	Year	1962
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Obsession Eau de Parfum

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.

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Our Verdict - Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Bal à Versailles is properly divisive, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that’s not for the faint of heart. Original formulations, adored by Michael Jackson, are hailed as masterpieces - rich, complex, and seductively ‘naughty’. But be warned, modern versions might leave you longing for that vintage magic, or worse, with just a whiff of talcum powder or cat pee.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	11%
Floral	12%	25%
Fruity	5%	2%
Green	11%	8%
Sweet	18%	21%
Warm	17%	9%
Woody	15%	15%
Earthy	12%	11%
Animalic	13%	14%
Fresh	12%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Obsession EdP

Bal à Versailles EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 14% vs 10%

Mandarin 13% vs 10%

Lemon 13% vs 9%

Only in Obsession Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 17% Basil 14% Green 14% Peach 13%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Rose 13% Jasmine 12% Orange Blossom 12% Neroli 11% Rosemary 11% Redcurrant Leaf 10%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 13% vs 13%

Only in Obsession Eau de Parfum

Spicy 15% Coriander 13% Oakmoss 13% Cedar 12% Orange Blossom 11% Jasmine 11% Rose 11%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Leather 15% Ylang-Ylang 13% Orris 13% Patchouli 13% Lilac 11% Vetiver 11% Lily Of The Valley 10%

Shared Notes

Amber 21% vs 13%

Civet 20% vs 15%

Musk 18% vs 10%

Only in Obsession Eau de Parfum

Incense 21% Vetiver 18%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Resin 15% Tolu Balsam 13% Benzoin 13% Vanilla 12% Cedar 8%

Accords

Obsession Eau de Parfum Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

100%

85%

Warm Spicy

52%

80%

Vanilla

50%

Powdery

72%

70%

Woody

64%

60%

Animalic

58%

Musky

58%

Balsamic

52%

White Floral

50%

Sweet

48%

Amber shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

85%

52%

Vanilla shared

80%

50%

Powdery shared

50%

72%

Woody shared

70%

64%

Animalic shared

60%

58%

Musky

58%

Balsamic

52%

White Floral

50%

Sweet

48%

Performance

Obsession Eau de Parfum Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Room-filling

Projection

Strong

Potent

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Obsession Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

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.

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its potent projection and animalic accords make it unsuitable for office or sport. However, the opulent, amber-heavy profile and "naughty" or "sexy" sentiment from reviews make it perfect for dates and evening formal events.