Chanson d' Eau de Toilette vs Deriva Extrait

Chanson d'

Edt	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
1995	Year	2023
£	Price Tier	£££££

Deriva

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Chanson d'

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Deriva

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Chanson d'

This 90s classic is a divisive little number. Some find it a clean, fresh, green dream for summer but others reckon it's a bit too masculine, smelling like shower gel or even bug spray. Definitely a 'try before you buy', unless you're feeling nostalgic.

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Our Verdict - Deriva

Deriva is a bit of a mishmash; it's got some intriguing parts but doesn't quite gel into a cohesive masterpiece. It's unique enough to catch attention but might not be your everyday grab. Come for the presentation, stay for the… well, some folks quite like the scent too, others aren't convinced.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	9%
Floral	13%	18%
Fruity	10%	14%
Green	16%	7%
Sweet	28%	25%
Warm	15%	16%
Woody	15%	15%
Earthy	1%	9%
Animalic	1%	1%
Fresh	15%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Chanson d' EdT

Deriva Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 29% vs 28%

Only in Chanson d'

Basil 38% Mandarin 32%

Only in Deriva

Pineapple 26% Bergamot 25% Cardamom 21%

Only in Chanson d'

Cardamom 38% Jasmine 33% Mango 29%

Only in Deriva

Patchouli 24% Geranium 22% Pink Pepper 22% Raspberry 16% Gardenia 15%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 54% vs 20%

Tonka Bean 45% vs 19%

Only in Deriva

Rosewood 23% Tobacco 22% Vanilla 15%

Accords

Chanson d' Deriva

100%

Aromatic

100%

Sweet

100%

95%

Fresh Spicy

92%

65%

Warm Spicy

93%

48%

Woody

89%

47%

Fruity

79%

65%

Lavender

75%

70%

Citrus

64%

Patchouli

70%

67%

Green

58%

Herbal

55%

49%

White Floral

Aromatic shared

100%

Sweet

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

95%

92%

Warm Spicy shared

65%

93%

Woody shared

48%

89%

Fruity shared

47%

79%

Lavender shared

65%

75%

Citrus shared

70%

64%

Patchouli

70%

Green

67%

Herbal shared

58%

55%

White Floral

49%

Performance

Chanson d' Deriva

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Chanson d'

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its fresh, green, and often described as 'shampoo-like' or 'out of the shower' aroma makes it perfect for casual wear and suitable for sports. While some find its sillage potent, others highlight its intimacy, allowing it to work for office environments if applied lightly. However, it lacks the depth and sophistication typically desired for date nights or formal events.

Deriva

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

With its strong projection and somewhat unique aromatic, sweet profile, Deriva is better suited for social engagements rather than the office. Its moderate longevity makes it adaptable for casual outings, while the underlying sophistication gives it a chance for formal events without being overtly stuffy.