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Private Collection Eau de Parfum bottle Private Collection EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender U
1973 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
No. 42 The Flower Shop Eau de Toilette bottle No. 42 The Flower Shop EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Private Collection EDP
A legendary green floral from the 70s, Private Collection is a divisive scent: you'll either love its crisp, retro elegance and confident swagger, or find it a bit too sharp and 'vintage'. It’s an acquired taste for some, but a timeless masterpiece for others.
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Our Verdict - No. 42 The Flower Shop EDT
This one absolutely nails the 'flower shop' vibe. It's an uplifting, fresh green floral that captures the scent of freshly cut stems and bright blooms. Easily a crowd-pleaser for anyone after a natural, airy floral scent.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Private Collection EDP
No. 42 The Flower Shop EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Green 56% vs 46%
Only in Private Collection
Hyacinth 43%
Only in No. 42 The Flower Shop
Peony 28% Mandarin 26%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 17% vs 25%
Patchouli 11% vs 21%
Musk 11% vs 27%
Only in No. 42 The Flower Shop
Iris 26%

Accords

Private Collection No. 42 The Flower Shop
100%
Green
100%
84%
Floral
71%
60%
White Floral
73%
71%
Yellow Floral
45%
69%
Herbal
65%
Woody
62%
Aromatic
Fresh
61%
58%
Mossy
58%
Earthy
Green shared
100%
100%
Floral shared
84%
71%
White Floral shared
60%
73%
Yellow Floral shared
71%
45%
69%
65%
62%
61%
58%
58%

Performance

Private Collection No. 42 The Flower Shop
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Private Collection

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal

Often described as 'professional' and lending 'confidence', its bold green floral character makes it highly suited for office and formal wear. Whilst some find it suitable for summer, its strong sillage and complex profile make it less ideal for casual outings or intimate dates where a subtler scent is often preferred.

No. 42 The Flower Shop

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and airy profile makes it ideal for casual wear and suitable for the office where it won't overwhelm. While it might lean too casual for very formal events, its pleasant nature makes it a safe bet for a relaxed date or even light activity.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, floral, yellow floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Private Collection EDP
No. 42 The Flower Shop EDT
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