Idylle Eau de Parfum vs Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Idylle

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	1995
££	Price Tier	££

Pleasures

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Idylle Eau de Parfum

Idylle is Guerlain's crowd-pleasing floral, often compared to Narciso Rodriguez For Her, delivering a beautiful, clean bouquet. Despite some lamenting its 'mainstream' nature, it's a timeless, elegant choice for those who love a sophisticated floral musk.

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Our Verdict - Pleasures Eau de Parfum

A divisive floral powerhouse, Pleasures is either a timeless, clean classic or a screechy, headache-inducing scrubber. Its vibrant green-floral intensity makes it a love-it-or-hate-it scent with serious staying power.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	45%	37%
Fruity	12%	6%
Green	6%	14%
Sweet	22%	16%
Warm	1%	4%
Woody	7%	17%
Earthy	12%	9%
Animalic	16%	8%
Fresh	16%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Idylle EdP

Pleasures EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Freesia 24% vs 15%

Only in Idylle Eau de Parfum

Rose 33% Litchi 23% Raspberry 20%

Only in Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Green 19% Pink Pepper 14% Violet 14% Violet Leaf 14% Tuberose 13% Red Berries 12%

Shared Notes

Lily Of The Valley 26% vs 16%

Jasmine 19% vs 11%

Lilac 19% vs 14%

Peony 17% vs 15%

Lily 16% vs 12%

Only in Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Rose 11% Geranium 10% Fruity 8%

Shared Notes

Musk 57% vs 27%

Patchouli 42% vs 23%

Only in Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Cedar 24% Sandalwood 24%

Accords

Idylle Eau de Parfum Pleasures Eau de Parfum

100%

White Floral

95%

Floral

100%

80%

Fresh

81%

52%

Green

73%

65%

Rose

58%

52%

Musky

Soft Spicy

48%

44%

Fruity

Woody

44%

Powdery

44%

White Floral shared

100%

95%

Floral shared

95%

100%

Fresh shared

80%

81%

Green shared

52%

73%

Rose shared

65%

58%

Musky

52%

Soft Spicy

48%

Fruity

44%

Woody

44%

Powdery

44%

Performance

Idylle Eau de Parfum Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Idylle Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring

Also Works:

Summer

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, inoffensive floral nature make it excellent for office and casual wear. While elegant enough for formal events, some reviews note a lack of strong projection, making it less ideal for occasions where a bold statement is desired.

Pleasures Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its strong sillage and longevity mean it might be too much for the office if oversprayed, although some find it professional. Its classic, clean floral profile makes it versatile for casual outings and even formal events, while its intensity is ill-suited for sport.