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Fahrenheit 0 Degree Eau de Parfum bottle Fahrenheit 0 Degree EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2003 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £
Initial Eau de Toilette bottle Initial EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fahrenheit 0 Degree EDP
A truly divisive flanker of a classic; some hail it as a cleaner, brighter take on Fahrenheit, others dismiss it as a watered-down disappointment. It's either a revelation or a let-down, depending on what you're hoping for.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Initial EDT
Initial by Etienne Aigner is a real head-scratcher. It's a gorgeous scent, genuinely well-balanced and pleasing, but the performance is so poor it practically evaporates on contact. You'll love the smell, just don't expect anyone else to notice it.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fahrenheit 0 Degree EDP
Initial EDT

Notes

Accords

Fahrenheit 0 Degree Initial
100%
Citrus
100%
90%
Woody
87%
Powdery
83%
Floral
63%
Leather
56%
Aromatic
55%
Animalic
52%
Musky
Amber
45%
Fruity
39%
Bitter
37%
Green
36%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
90%
87%
83%
63%
56%
55%
52%
45%
39%
37%
36%

Performance

Fahrenheit 0 Degree Initial
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Fahrenheit 0 Degree

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its initial citrus freshness makes it suitable for casual and even office wear, while the underlying leather and woody accords give it enough depth for dates, though without the strong sillage many associate with formal settings. Reviews indicating it's less intense than the original also suggest it's more versatile for everyday use.

Initial

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, subtle nature makes it highly suitable for casual wear and the office, as it won't offend anyone. However, its extremely poor performance means it's unsuitable for occasions where you want your fragrance to be noticed, like dates or formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fahrenheit 0 Degree EDP
Initial EDT
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