L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum vs No. 1 Eau de Parfum

L'Heure Bleue

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1912	Year	2001
££	Price Tier	£££££

No. 1

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum

L'Heure Bleue is a masterpiece that stirs strong opinions. While some find it melancholic and old-fashioned, many others laud its timeless elegance and complex beauty. It's a love-it-or-hate-it classic that demands exploration.

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Our Verdict - No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Divisive, overpriced, and often misunderstood. Clive Christian No. 1 is either a pioneering masterpiece of refined florals and woods, or a dated, powdery soap bar - there's no middle ground. Its luxury is undeniable, but so is its controversial opening.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	14%	11%
Floral	30%	25%
Fruity	2%	2%
Green	6%	10%
Sweet	29%	26%
Warm	17%	17%
Woody	8%	13%
Earthy	5%	8%
Animalic	5%	6%
Fresh	12%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

L'Heure Bleue EdP

No. 1 EdP

Notes

Only in L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum

Anise 25% Neroli 21% Coriander 20% Bergamot 18% Lemon 16%

Only in No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Nutmeg 14% Cardamom 14% Lime 13% Mandarin 12% Pimiento 12% Artemisia 12% Grapefruit 12% Caraway 11%

Shared Notes

Heliotrope 15% vs 15%

Ylang-Ylang 10% vs 19%

Rose 9% vs 14%

Jasmine 9% vs 15%

Only in L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum

Carnation 14% Violet 13% Clove 12% Orchid 8% Tuberose 8%

Only in No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Iris 20% Lily Of The Valley 15%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 15% vs 14%

Sandalwood 13% vs 17%

Tonka Bean 12% vs 12%

Musk 12% vs 14%

Vetiver 11% vs 11%

Only in L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum

Iris 20% Benzoin 15%

Only in No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Amber 16% Cedar 12%

Accords

L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum No. 1 Eau de Parfum

100%

Powdery

100%

62%

Woody

94%

80%

Floral

79%

Vanilla

70%

White Floral

77%

76%

Warm Spicy

69%

Citrus

71%

61%

Aromatic

68%

64%

Violet Floral

58%

Iris

64%

Fresh Spicy

64%

Yellow Floral

63%

52%

Sweet

52%

Amber

Powdery shared

100%

Woody shared

62%

94%

Floral

80%

Vanilla shared

79%

70%

White Floral

77%

Warm Spicy shared

76%

69%

Citrus

71%

Aromatic shared

61%

68%

Violet Floral

64%

Iris shared

58%

64%

Fresh Spicy

64%

Yellow Floral

63%

Sweet

52%

Amber

52%

Performance

L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Heure Bleue Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its sophisticated, powdery floral character and impressive longevity make it highly suitable for formal events and date nights. While some find it too heavy for office wear, its classic elegance can also work for a statement in a professional setting. It's not a casual or sport fragrance.

No. 1 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

With its significant sillage and mature, complex profile, No. 1 is best reserved for formal events and intimate evenings. It's too grand for casual wear and might be overwhelming for an office setting, demanding a refined environment to be truly appreciated.