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Light Blue Pour Homme Eau de Parfum bottle Light Blue Pour Homme EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2026 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Awaken Eau de Parfum bottle Awaken EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Light Blue Pour Homme EDP
This new Light Blue release is a divisive one. Fans are split between those who love its departure from the original DNA and those who find it a generic YSL Y clone. It's a loud, citrus-forward marine, so definitely try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - Awaken EDP
Awaken is a fresh, aromatic crowd-pleaser that punches above its weight on price. It's not reinventing the wheel, but if you're after a reliable, versatile everyday scent, it's a solid contender. Just be wary of the performance, which can be a bit hit or miss.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Light Blue Pour Homme EDP
Awaken EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 25% vs 39%
Grapefruit 25% vs 30%
Only in Light Blue Pour Homme
Mandarin 28% Cardamom 21%
Only in Awaken
Coriander 30%
Shared Notes
Cypress 32% vs 39%
Only in Light Blue Pour Homme
Sea Water 34% Juniper 34%
Shared Notes
Cedar 32% vs 45%
Patchouli 31% vs 26%
Only in Light Blue Pour Homme
Ambroxan 35%
Only in Awaken
Frankincense 28%

Accords

Light Blue Pour Homme Awaken
100%
Citrus
71%
100%
Aromatic
100%
84%
Woody
98%
55%
Fresh Spicy
75%
46%
Marine
43%
Amber
26%
Musky
18%
Salty
Citrus shared
100%
71%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
84%
98%
Fresh Spicy shared
55%
75%
46%
43%
26%
18%

Performance

Light Blue Pour Homme Awaken
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Light Blue Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its strong projection and fresh, energetic accords make it ideal for casual wear and sports, especially in warm climates. While some deem it office-appropriate, its loudness pushes it away from formal settings. Reviews highlight its summery, vacation-ready profile.

Awaken

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean profile and moderate projection make it an excellent choice for daily wear, particularly in an office or casual setting. While it lacks the gravitas for formal events, its invigorating nature is well-suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Light Blue Pour Homme EDP
Awaken EDP
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