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Concrete Eau de Parfum bottle Concrete EDP
EDP Concentration Parfum
U Gender F
2017 Year 2008
££ Price Tier ££
Le Parfum bottle Le Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Concrete EDP
A sandalwood masterpiece for niche lovers, Concrete is a study in contrasts - creamy, spicy, metallic and synthetic - that pushes boundaries while remaining enveloping and unexpectedly wearable.
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Our Verdict - Le Parfum
A bittersweet symphony for many, Max Mara Le Parfum is a cult classic that continues to haunt its fans who desperately wish for its return. It's subtle yet distinctive - a true clean girl aesthetic scent, with its understated spice and luxurious musky florality.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Concrete EDP
Le Parfum

Notes

Only in Concrete
Galaxolide 100%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 41% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Musk 15% vs 100%

Accords

Concrete Le
Musky
100%
85%
Woody
71%
40%
Sweet
83%
55%
Powdery
77%
60%
Floral
76%
70%
Spicy
Rose
52%
100%
Woody shared
85%
71%
Sweet shared
40%
83%
Powdery shared
55%
77%
Floral shared
60%
76%
70%
52%

Performance

Concrete Le
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Concrete

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The spicy and sandalwood-dominated composition is best suited for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, but can be worn in spring for those who enjoy bold, woody scents. The warmth and density may be too much for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and creative woody-floral-spicy signature make it better for creative offices, dates, and evenings out than for sporty or highly professional settings. The unique synthetic-floral edge adds an avant-garde touch to formal occasions.

Le

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, soft character make it excellent for office wear, as it's unlikely to offend. The warm, musky floral nature makes it versatile enough for casual and date settings, though some found it too 'silent' for a bold statement.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, floral, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Concrete EDP
Le Parfum
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