1881 Eau de Toilette bottle 1881
Edt Concentration Edp
M Gender U
1990 Year 1989
££ Price Tier ££
Tsar Eau de Parfum bottle Tsar

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 1881 Eau de Toilette
A timeless green woody classic that is quietly masculine and effortlessly refined. Perfect for men who value subtle elegance over loud statements. Reliable for daily wear and never out of place.
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Our Verdict - Tsar Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper cult classic, loved by many for its timeless masculine elegance. The hype surrounding its discontinuation and re-release drama is real, so grab a vintage bottle if you can, but don't break the bank for it.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 5%
Floral 21% 17%
Fruity 2% 2%
Green 21% 22%
Sweet 8% 13%
Warm 7% 14%
Woody 28% 18%
Earthy 14% 13%
Animalic 4% 6%
Fresh 20% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
1881 EdT
Tsar EdP

Notes

Accords

1881 Eau de Toilette Tsar Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
92%
85%
Aromatic
100%
70%
Fresh Spicy
63%
55%
Green
61%
60%
Earthy
54%
45%
Mossy
51%
Herbal
48%
Woody shared
100%
92%
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
63%
Green shared
55%
61%
Earthy shared
60%
54%
Mossy shared
45%
51%
48%

Performance

1881 Eau de Toilette Tsar Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

1881 Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Its aromatic woods, green herbs, and mossy-earthy base make it ideal for spring and fall, evoking forests and clean air. Light projection and freshness limit its impact in winter, but it can be crisp enough for cooler summer evenings.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Soft projection and an understated, clean character make it perfect for office or casual use. It is inoffensive but lacks the sweetness or boldness for romantic dates or formal events.

Tsar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its classic, sophisticated character, with moderate projection and excellent longevity, makes it suitable for formal settings and dates without being overpowering. It's too refined for sport and could be a bit much for a casual office environment, though some find it clean enough for daily wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
89%
Accord
93%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Lily Of The Valley, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

1881 Eau de Toilette
Tsar Eau de Parfum
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