Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum bottle Grey Flannel
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1975 Year 2007
£ Price Tier £££££
Vivara Eau de Parfum bottle Vivara

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Grey Flannel is a true legend, still sparking heated debate decades on. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive green-floral powerhouse for those who dare to be different. Not for the faint-hearted, nor for those who prefer their scents sweet.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Vivara Eau de Parfum
A divisive, discontinued gem. Vivara's a bold, green floral with a boozy kick that some found intoxicating, others, an absolute no-go. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that truly stands out.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 10%
Floral 25% 32%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 22% 19%
Sweet 15% 19%
Warm 3% 4%
Woody 14% 15%
Earthy 17% 22%
Animalic 1% 4%
Fresh 17% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Grey Flannel EdP
Vivara EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Galbanum 25% vs 37%
Bergamot 17% vs 28%
Only in Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Petitgrain 20% Neroli 19% Lemon 17%
Only in Vivara Eau de Parfum
Amaretto 34%
Shared Notes
Narcissus 12% vs 44%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 20% vs 38%
Only in Vivara Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 36% Iris 26%

Accords

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Vivara Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
89%
82%
Green
100%
84%
Powdery
79%
Woody
76%
74%
Earthy
68%
69%
Citrus
74%
65%
Mossy
Almond
63%
60%
Floral
Fruity
58%
Patchouli
58%
Aromatic shared
100%
89%
Green shared
82%
100%
84%
Woody shared
79%
76%
Earthy shared
74%
68%
Citrus shared
69%
74%
65%
63%
60%
58%
58%

Performance

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Vivara Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and distinct, 'old money' floral-green character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might be too strong and attention-grabbing. However, its mature, clean, and unique profile makes it excellent for formal events or a sophisticated date, particularly in cooler weather.

Vivara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

While many reviewers champion this for summer and daytime, its strong, distinctive character and perceived intensity by some suggest it's not ideal for the office. It hits all the right notes for a date night or a casual outing where you want to make an impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
59%
Key Similarities

Both share Green, Aromatic, Woody accords and Iris, Narcissus notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Vivara Eau de Parfum
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