Equipage Eau de Parfum bottle Equipage
Edp Concentration Cologne
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1970 Year 1989
££ Price Tier £
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Our Verdict - Equipage Eau de Parfum
A truly classic, subtly sophisticated gentleman's scent that, despite some reformulations and occasional performance gripes, remains a benchmark of refined masculinity. It's a love-it-or-hate-it for some, but generally lauded as an old-school masterpiece - just don't expect it to smell like bubblegum.
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Our Verdict - Passion for Men Cologne
A divisive yet beloved '80s classic that either charms with its rich, comforting complexity or alienates with a perceived dated sweetness. It's a powerhouse for some, an intimate skin scent for others, offering luxury at a budget price point. Truly a 'love it or hate it' fragrance.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 13%
Floral 15% 14%
Fruity 1% 6%
Green 14% 11%
Sweet 22% 23%
Warm 16% 17%
Woody 17% 15%
Earthy 14% 12%
Animalic 4% 4%
Fresh 16% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Equipage EdP
Passion for Men Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes
Oakmoss 20% vs 12%
Vetiver 16% vs 9%
Musk 13% vs 10%
Tonka Bean 13% vs 13%
Vanilla 12% vs 15%
Amber 10% vs 11%
Only in Equipage Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 14%
Only in Passion for Men Cologne
Styrax 13% Benzoin 13%

Accords

Equipage Eau de Parfum Passion for Men Cologne
100%
Aromatic
89%
73%
Warm Spicy
100%
99%
Woody
93%
Amber
92%
65%
Fresh Spicy
82%
Vanilla
77%
65%
Earthy
64%
Citrus
63%
63%
Floral
60%
50%
Sweet
60%
Cinnamon
60%
58%
Mossy
50%
Balsamic
Aromatic shared
100%
89%
Warm Spicy shared
73%
100%
Woody shared
99%
93%
92%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
82%
77%
65%
Citrus shared
64%
63%
Floral shared
63%
60%
Sweet shared
50%
60%
60%
58%
50%

Performance

Equipage Eau de Parfum Passion for Men Cologne
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Equipage Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its refined, polite sillage and elegant, classic accords make it superb for office and formal wear. While some enjoy it casually, its serious character isn't ideal for sport. Date suitability is fair, appealing to a mature sensibility.

Passion for Men Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its warm, spicy, and amber accords, this fragrance is best suited for intimate and cooler weather occasions. While some find it an all-day performer, its richness and potential for strong projection make it less ideal for a professional office setting or active casual wear. It truly shines on a date night or during relaxed evenings at home.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
89%
Accord
74%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Aromatic accords and Jasmine, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Equipage Eau de Parfum
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