90%

Poise EDP

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Tabu Eau de Parfum bottle Tabu EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender U
1932 Year 2023
£ Price Tier £
Poise Eau de Parfum bottle Poise EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tabu EDP
Tabu is the original 'slutty' smell, a classic that refuses to die. It's a bold, spicy, animalic bomb - love it or hate it, just don't over-spray unless you want to gaslight your enemies.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Poise EDP
A solid, affordable alternative to Penhaligon's Halfeti, Poise delivers a deep, ambery-woody experience. Some call it a bargain, others find it a bit generic - but it's generally well-received for its rich, elegant dry-down, especially at the price.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tabu EDP
Poise EDP

Notes

Accords

Tabu Poise
100%
Warm Spicy
81%
Amber
100%
78%
Woody
100%
58%
Powdery
62%
60%
Musky
54%
Animalic
44%
Rose
52%
51%
Citrus
50%
Aromatic
49%
Earthy
100%
Amber shared
81%
100%
Woody shared
78%
100%
Powdery shared
58%
62%
60%
Animalic shared
54%
44%
52%
51%
50%
49%

Performance

Tabu Poise
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Tabu

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, spicy-animalic character, Tabu is far too potent for the office. It's best suited for romantic dates or evening formal events where its commanding presence can shine, though some enjoy it casually when applied sparingly.

Poise

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

With its impressive longevity and moderate projection, Poise is versatile enough for many settings, including office wear according to reviews. However, its rich amber and woody backbone, while elegant, leans more towards date nights and formal events than casual or sporty activities.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Tabu EDP
Poise EDP
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