Emblem Eau de Parfum vs Lilyphéa Eau de Parfum

Emblem

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2014	Year	2024
££	Price Tier	£££££

Lilyphéa

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Emblem

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Emblem

Montblanc Emblem is a friendly, versatile scent with a spicy-fresh vibe that often sparks debate. While some rave about its unique charm and mass appeal, others dismiss it as safe and unremarkable. It's a bit of a chameleon, often compared to popular fragrances, but ultimately carving out its own niche.

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Our Verdict - Lilyphéa

A divisive, ethereal aquatic that evokes lily ponds and forest fairies, but its fleeting nature and high price tag leave many feeling short-changed. Love it or hate it, Diptyque's latest is a conversation starter.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	7%
Floral	4%	4%
Fruity	2%	0%
Green	22%	29%
Sweet	20%	20%
Warm	25%	34%
Woody	14%	2%
Earthy	6%	2%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	22%	31%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Emblem EdP

Lilyphéa EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Clary Sage 39% Grapefruit 33% Cardamom 27%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Emblem

Clary Sage 39% Grapefruit 33% Cardamom 27%

Shared Notes

Violet Leaf 53% vs 39%

Only in Emblem

Cinnamon 46%

Only in Lilyphéa

Cardamom 21% Ginger 20% Vanilla 20%

Only in Emblem

Tonka Bean 57% Woody 43%

Accords

Emblem Lilyphéa

100%

Warm Spicy

60%

76%

Ozonic

100%

95%

Aromatic

45%

64%

Aquatic

82%

73%

Cinnamon

63%

Citrus

61%

Woody

56%

Vanilla

57%

54%

Soft Spicy

Fresh Spicy

52%

Green

52%

49%

Amber

Warm Spicy shared

100%

60%

Ozonic shared

76%

100%

Aromatic shared

95%

45%

Aquatic shared

64%

82%

Cinnamon

73%

Citrus

63%

Woody

61%

Vanilla shared

56%

57%

Soft Spicy

54%

Fresh Spicy

52%

Green

52%

Amber

49%

Performance

Emblem Lilyphéa

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Emblem

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Sport

Its moderate sillage and versatile aroma make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. The warm, slightly spicy, and clean profile garners compliments, making it a good choice for dates and casual outings, though its performance issues mean it's less ideal for long formal events or intense sport.

Lilyphéa

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its delicate sillage and fresh, non-offensive profile make it suitable for office wear and casual settings, though the poor longevity reported by many means frequent reapplication is likely needed. It's too subtle for a formal affair and not impactful enough for a date, but its aquatic freshness makes it a comfortable choice for light activity.