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Absolue Pour le Soir Eau de Parfum bottle Absolue Pour le Soir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2010 Year 2024
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Secret VIII Souffle du Desir Eau de Parfum bottle Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Absolue Pour le Soir EDP
This is MFK's most divisive creation, a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a masterpiece of alluring, dirty honey, while others recoil from its intense animalic character. Not for the faint of heart, it's either pure magic or a scrubber.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP
A properly grown-up plum and rose combo, Souffle du Desir is a deep, sensual, and undeniably luxurious oriental. It’s got that dramatic flair you want for a big night out, and it lasts the distance.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Absolue Pour le Soir EDP
Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP

Notes

Only in Absolue Pour le Soir
Cumin 44% Ylang-Ylang 38% Rose 17%
Only in Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Incense 46% Plum 30% Saffron 24%
Only in Absolue Pour le Soir
Honey 52% Incense 48%
Only in Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Rose 47% Labdanum 29% Patchouli 24%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 23% vs 28%
Only in Absolue Pour le Soir
Benzoin 51% Cedar 25%
Only in Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Vanilla 37% Amber 34%

Accords

Absolue Pour le Soir Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
100%
Amber
100%
74%
Honey
Rose
74%
69%
Warm Spicy
56%
69%
Woody
51%
60%
Smoky
62%
58%
Balsamic
60%
58%
Sweet
Vanilla
55%
48%
Floral
Powdery
45%
Fruity
45%
Amber shared
100%
100%
74%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
69%
56%
Woody shared
69%
51%
Smoky shared
60%
62%
Balsamic shared
58%
60%
58%
55%
48%
45%
45%

Performance

Absolue Pour le Soir Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Absolue Pour le Soir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and powerful projection make it unsuitable for an office setting. However, its bold, sensual character is perfectly suited for intimate date nights or grand formal events where you want to make a lasting impression. Many community reviews highlight its intensity and evening appeal.

Secret VIII Souffle du Desir

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its rich, heavy amber and smoky accords, this isn't one for the office or casual daytime wear. It shines on dates and formal evenings, where its dramatic presence can truly be appreciated without overwhelming a space.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, warm spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Absolue Pour le Soir EDP
Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP
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