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Pure DKNY Verbena Eau de Parfum bottle Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
EDP Concentration Parfum
F Gender M
2011 Year 2011
££ Price Tier £££££
Scandal Pour Homme Parfum bottle Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
This is a lovely, clean, fresh green scent, reminiscent of a crisp spring garden by the seaside. It's often praised for its refreshing, subtle nature, making it a crowd-pleaser for those who appreciate understated elegance. However, be warned: its poor longevity can be a real letdown for some.
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Our Verdict - Scandal Pour Homme Parfum
A modern homage to classic masculine fougères, Scandal Pour Homme is a high-quality, barbershop-fresh scent with undeniable charm. It's divisive only on price; the scent itself is a well-loved, if familiar, crowd-pleaser for the discerning gentleman.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Notes

Accords

Pure DKNY Verbena Scandal Pour Homme
100%
Aromatic
100%
83%
Citrus
82%
78%
Fresh Spicy
72%
71%
White Floral
52%
Woody
70%
66%
Green
63%
63%
Herbal
58%
Fresh
57%
Floral
57%
Marine
Amber
55%
Lavender
54%
Earthy
50%
49%
Aquatic
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
83%
82%
Fresh Spicy shared
78%
72%
White Floral shared
71%
52%
70%
Green shared
66%
63%
63%
58%
57%
57%
55%
54%
50%
49%

Performance

Pure DKNY Verbena Scandal Pour Homme
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Pure DKNY Verbena

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, as it's unlikely to offend. The poor sillage means it's a 'skin scent', making it suitable for close encounters like dates, but less impactful for formal events. It's also great for warmer weather and active use due to its refreshing quality.

Scandal Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its refined, inoffensive, classic profile makes it perfect for formal and office settings where a polished image is key. While versatile, its luxurious nature and moderate projection make it less suited for casual, high-energy activities like sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
Scandal Pour Homme Parfum
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