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Obsession Eau de Toilette bottle Obsession EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender U
1985 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££££
Bahar Eau de Parfum bottle Bahar EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Obsession EDT
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.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Bahar EDP
This aquatic beast is a bit of a divisive one. Many find it a superb freshie with beastly performance, while others detect a synthetic harshness that puts them off. Definitely don't blind buy; sample first to see if you get Federer at Wimbledon or a cheap synthetic mess.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Obsession EDT
Bahar EDP

Notes

Accords

Obsession Bahar
100%
Amber
Citrus
100%
80%
Vanilla
70%
Woody
68%
Fresh
70%
Aquatic
67%
Aromatic
64%
Ozonic
61%
60%
Animalic
Fruity
58%
Marine
58%
Sweet
51%
50%
Powdery
100%
100%
80%
Woody shared
70%
68%
70%
67%
64%
61%
60%
58%
58%
51%
50%

Performance

Obsession Bahar
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Room-filling
Projection
Strong
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Obsession

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.

Bahar

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its fresh aquatic and citrus profile, make it excellent for casual wear and dates, but potentially overwhelming for a formal office setting. While some find it suitable for the office due to its fresh scent, its strength means it's best in open spaces or where discretion isn't paramount.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Jasmine, Rose, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Obsession EDT
Bahar EDP
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