Passion Dance Eau de Parfum bottle Passion Dance
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2003 Year 2013
£ Price Tier ££
Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum bottle Gris Montaigne

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Passion Dance Eau de Parfum
Passion Dance is truly divisive. Some rave about its unique dark rose and woody facets, praising it as a hidden gem that smells far more expensive than it is. Others find it harsh and suffocating, equating it to 'moldy grapefruit' or even a 'graveyard' smell. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Our Verdict - Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper masterpiece, oozing understated elegance and sophistication. A truly divisive scent, loved by many for its unique blend of woody florals and hated by a few who find it too harsh or reminiscent of unexpected things. It's a real shame it's discontinued, but if you can find it, you're in for a treat.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 21% 29%
Floral 22% 27%
Fruity 9% 9%
Green 9% 5%
Sweet 16% 16%
Warm 4% 2%
Woody 12% 14%
Earthy 17% 14%
Animalic 7% 6%
Fresh 19% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Passion Dance EdP
Gris Montaigne EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 41% vs 40%
Only in Passion Dance Eau de Parfum
Lemon 32% Papaya 27%
Only in Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Bergamot 60%
Shared Notes
Rose 28% vs 32%
Jasmine 17% vs 17%
Only in Passion Dance Eau de Parfum
Narcissus 21% Immortelle 17% Water Lily 17%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 22% vs 21%
Patchouli 20% vs 22%
Amber 15% vs 14%
Sandalwood 13% vs 14%
Musk 13% vs 12%
Only in Passion Dance Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 15%
Only in Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Cedar 14%

Accords

Passion Dance Eau de Parfum Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
96%
Earthy
73%
87%
Rose
68%
82%
Citrus
60%
82%
Mossy
69%
75%
Patchouli
69%
70%
Floral
46%
67%
Warm Spicy
56%
62%
Aromatic
Powdery
49%
Amber
46%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Earthy shared
96%
73%
Rose shared
87%
68%
Citrus shared
82%
60%
Mossy shared
82%
69%
Patchouli shared
75%
69%
Floral shared
70%
46%
Warm Spicy shared
67%
56%
62%
49%
46%

Performance

Passion Dance Eau de Parfum Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Passion Dance Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong, often described as 'heavy' and 'masculine' character, makes it less suitable for office or casual daytime wear. However, its intensity and complex woody-rose profile are ideal for making a bold statement on a date or for an evening formal event, with many reviews suggesting it's best for night.

Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its elegant and often subtle projection makes it suitable for office and formal wear, where it projects sophistication without being overbearing. Though some find it feminine, many note its unisex appeal, making it versatile for various dressier occasions. Its performance is generally good, ensuring it lasts without being a beast, hence its flexibility.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
92%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, Patchouli accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Passion Dance Eau de Parfum
Gris Montaigne Eau de Parfum
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