Madame Gres
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2010 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tentation
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive blend that promises French chic but delivers an opening that splits opinion. If you can ride out the initial sweetness, a sophisticated, patchouli-rich dry-down awaits.
This one's a proper sweet and powdery floral bomb, divisive for some, but a head-turner for many who reckon it's a real sensual treat. Don't let the initial 'nail polish remover' note put you off; it settles into something quite alluring.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 6% |
| Floral | 24% | 25% |
| Fruity | 15% | 9% |
| Green | 5% | 8% |
| Sweet | 23% | 26% |
| Warm | 11% | 9% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 9% | 7% |
| Animalic | 4% | 5% |
| Fresh | 20% | 19% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated floral-woody-leather dry down makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, while its strong sillage limits its appropriateness for some office environments. The fruity opening offers enough versatility for casual wear, though its intensity might be too much for active sports.
Seasons
Occasions
Its strong sweetness and average to high sillage make it a bit much for the office. However, its 'provocative' and 'sensual' nature, as noted by reviewers, makes it a fantastic choice for dates and special occasions where you want to make an impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Woody, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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