Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum vs Passion Eau de Parfum

Bal à Versailles

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1962	Year	1988
££	Price Tier	£

Passion

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Bal à Versailles is properly divisive, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that’s not for the faint of heart. Original formulations, adored by Michael Jackson, are hailed as masterpieces - rich, complex, and seductively ‘naughty’. But be warned, modern versions might leave you longing for that vintage magic, or worse, with just a whiff of talcum powder or cat pee.

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Our Verdict - Passion Eau de Parfum

Passion is properly divisive: a beastly, gothic powder-bomb, beloved by those who want to smell dark and mysterious, but completely overwhelming for others. Definitely a 'try before you buy' to see if you're a vamp or a victim.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	4%
Floral	25%	25%
Fruity	2%	3%
Green	8%	8%
Sweet	21%	20%
Warm	9%	14%
Woody	15%	11%
Earthy	11%	13%
Animalic	14%	16%
Fresh	12%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Bal à Versailles EdP

Passion EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 10% vs 11%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Rose 13% Jasmine 12% Orange Blossom 12% Neroli 11% Rosemary 11% Mandarin 10% Redcurrant Leaf 10% Lemon 10%

Only in Passion Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 20% Coriander 15% Gardenia 15% Artemisia 14% Ylang-Ylang 14% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 13% vs 11%

Orris 13% vs 9%

Patchouli 12% vs 9%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Leather 15% Ylang-Ylang 13% Lilac 11% Vetiver 11% Lily Of The Valley 10%

Only in Passion Eau de Parfum

Spicy 12% Tuberose 11% Honey 11% Heliotrope 9% Cedar 9% Jasmine 9% Rose 8%

Shared Notes

Civet 15% vs 17%

Vanilla 12% vs 10%

Musk 10% vs 13%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Resin 15% Tolu Balsam 13% Amber 13% Benzoin 13% Cedar 8%

Only in Passion Eau de Parfum

Incense 18% Leather 15% Oakmoss 15% Coconut 10%

Accords

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum Passion Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

72%

64%

Woody

100%

72%

Powdery

96%

58%

Animalic

88%

52%

Warm Spicy

83%

50%

White Floral

83%

58%

Musky

81%

Smoky

69%

Aldehydic

63%

Earthy

63%

52%

Balsamic

50%

Vanilla

48%

Sweet

Amber shared

100%

72%

Woody shared

64%

100%

Powdery shared

72%

96%

Animalic shared

58%

88%

Warm Spicy shared

52%

83%

White Floral shared

50%

83%

Musky shared

58%

81%

Smoky

69%

Aldehydic

63%

Earthy

63%

Balsamic

52%

Vanilla

50%

Sweet

48%

Performance

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum Passion Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its potent projection and animalic accords make it unsuitable for office or sport. However, the opulent, amber-heavy profile and "naughty" or "sexy" sentiment from reviews make it perfect for dates and evening formal events.

Passion Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too potent for office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often mention wearing it for 'naughty nights' or 'gothic' occasions rather than casual daytime activities.