Earl Grey & Cucumber
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 1915 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tilleul
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one sparks strong opinions. Half the room gets a beautiful, sophisticated tea-time dream, the other half just gets a sharp, plasticky mess that vanishes in minutes. Not a safe blind buy, but if it works for you, it's pure magic.
A divisive scent, Tilleul is either a naturalistic linden dream or a floral disinfectant. Some find the watermelon note fleeting and the drydown heavenly, while others are put off by a peculiar 'spicy' or 'toilet freshener' nuance. Approach with caution.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 8% |
| Floral | 11% | 14% |
| Fruity | 8% | 7% |
| Green | 24% | 28% |
| Sweet | 17% | 23% |
| Warm | 9% | 12% |
| Woody | 7% | 1% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 15% | 10% |
| Fresh | 25% | 20% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its generally inoffensive and light character makes it ideal for office and casual settings. The divisive reactions and sometimes poor longevity mean it's less suited for dates or formal events where a more robust and universally appealing scent might be preferred. It's refreshing enough for light activity but lacks the punch for serious sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often subtle aroma makes it suitable for casual wear and can work well in an office setting. While it might be too naturalistic for formal events and lacks the intensity for a romantic date night, its refreshing quality lends itself to sport and daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Honey, Beeswax, Powdery accords and Angelica, Beeswax notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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