Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle Champaca Absolute
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2009 Year 2006
££££ Price Tier ££
Delices Eau de Parfum bottle Delices

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum
Tom Ford's Champaca Absolute is a divisive, discontinued masterpiece. Lovers adore its unique, intoxicating yellow floral aroma, while detractors find it sickly sweet, powdery, or even unpleasant. Prepare for a bold statement - this isn't for the faint of heart, but those who 'get' it are utterly enchanted.
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Our Verdict - Delices Eau de Parfum
Divisive, alluring, and a complete tease. Delices is more than a perfume, it's a journey from medicinal cherry oddity to a sophisticated, warm embrace. It's often misunderstood, but loved intensely by those who 'get' it. Just make sure you get the EDP.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 6%
Floral 34% 30%
Fruity 6% 15%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 40% 35%
Warm 15% 15%
Woody 11% 8%
Earthy 4% 4%
Animalic 4% 3%
Fresh 5% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Champaca Absolute EdP
Delices EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 26% vs 22%
Only in Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum
Cognac 43% Broom 30%
Only in Delices Eau de Parfum
Cherry 45% Pink Pepper 32%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 21% vs 32%
Violet 20% vs 34%
Only in Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum
Champaca 35% Orchid 23%
Only in Delices Eau de Parfum
Freesia 33%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 24% vs 25%
Sandalwood 23% vs 23%
Amber 23% vs 23%
Only in Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum
Marron Glace 29%
Only in Delices Eau de Parfum
Tonka Bean 28%

Accords

Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum Delices Eau de Parfum
100%
Floral
50%
Cherry
100%
98%
Sweet
95%
48%
Vanilla
84%
80%
Woody
55%
47%
Amber
72%
61%
Powdery
64%
51%
Nutty
48%
Aromatic
47%
Floral shared
100%
50%
100%
Sweet shared
98%
95%
Vanilla shared
48%
84%
Woody shared
80%
55%
Amber shared
47%
72%
Powdery shared
61%
64%
Nutty shared
51%
48%
47%

Performance

Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum Delices Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and syrupy floral character mean it's too 'loud' for most office settings, as many reviewers attest. However, its bold, sensual nature makes it a fantastic choice for dates and special occasions. Casual wear is appropriate for those who love to make a statement, especially in cooler weather.

Delices Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sweet and rich gourmand nature, coupled with good longevity and sillage, makes it less suited for a conservative office or sporty activities. However, it shines in evening settings or for a special date, with many reviewers finding it elegant and luxurious for such occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Amber accords and Violet, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Champaca Absolute Eau de Parfum
Delices Eau de Parfum
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