Oscar EDT

Oscar de la Renta by Jean-Louis Sieuzac

89%

Secret Obsession EDP

Calvin Klein by Ann Gottlieb, Calice Becker

Comparison

89%

Oscar EDT Oscar de la Renta · 1977 F

Secret Obsession EDP Calvin Klein · 2008 F

Top

Clove

Gardenia

Coriander

Orange Blossom

Basil

Heart

Tuberose

Ylang-Ylang

Lavender

Iris

Jasmine

Base

Myrrh

Sandalwood

Amber

Opoponax

Vetiver

Top

Nutmeg

Plum

Mace

Rose

Heart

Tuberose

Jasmine

Orchid

Ylang-Ylang

Orange Blossom

Base

Sandalwood

Amber

Cashmere Wood

Vanilla

Cedar

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Oscar EDT

EDT	Concentration	EDP
F	Gender	F
1977	Year	2008
££	Price Tier	££

Secret Obsession EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Oscar EDT

Oscar is a classic 70s powerhouse, divisive for its 'old-fashioned' vibe, but loved by many for its opulent white florals and warm embrace. It's a journey, not a fleeting trend, demanding confidence but rewarding with a truly unique presence.

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Our Verdict - Secret Obsession EDP

This one's a proper Marmite scent, isn't it? People either adore its spicy-woody warmth or wrinkle their nose at what they perceive as boozy, dusty plum. Not a safe blind buy, but if it clicks, it's a surprising gem.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Oscar EDT

Secret Obsession EDP

Notes

Only in Oscar

Clove 20% Gardenia 16% Coriander 16% Orange Blossom 14% Basil 12% Bergamot 11% Peach 11%

Only in Secret Obsession

Nutmeg 32% Plum 30% Mace 20% Rose 19%

Shared Notes

Tuberose 17% vs 27%

Ylang-Ylang 14% vs 17%

Jasmine 11% vs 21%

Orchid 9% vs 17%

Only in Oscar

Lavender 13% Iris 13% Rosemary 11% Rose 10%

Only in Secret Obsession

Orange Blossom 17%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 15% vs 19%

Amber 13% vs 18%

Only in Oscar

Myrrh 17% Opoponax 13% Vetiver 11% Musk 11% Patchouli 10% Coconut 9%

Only in Secret Obsession

Cashmere Wood 13% Vanilla 13% Cedar 13% Wormwood 12% Orris 11%

Accords

Oscar Secret Obsession

100%

White Floral

87%

91%

Woody

100%

60%

Fresh Spicy

99%

92%

Aromatic

88%

Amber

71%

83%

Warm Spicy

Fruity

76%

65%

Powdery

75%

73%

Sweet

66%

58%

Tuberose

66%

58%

Balsamic

Floral

57%

Animalic

50%

White Floral shared

100%

87%

Woody shared

91%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

60%

99%

Aromatic

92%

Amber shared

88%

71%

Warm Spicy

83%

Fruity

76%

Powdery shared

65%

75%

Sweet shared

73%

66%

Tuberose shared

58%

66%

Balsamic

58%

Floral

57%

Animalic

50%

Performance

Oscar Secret Obsession

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Oscar

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and impressive longevity, Oscar leans away from everyday office wear where it could be overwhelming. Its rich white floral and amber accords, combined with a 'classy' and 'luxurious' sentiment from reviews, make it perfect for formal events and romantic dates, while being less suited for casual or sporty settings.

Secret Obsession

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent spicy and woody notes, with moderate to strong sillage, make it a bit much for the office. However, its complex, warm character lends itself beautifully to dates and more formal evening events, often described as 'sexy' and 'seductive'.