Le Lion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 1994 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Messe de Minuit
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a true beast, powerful and uncompromising. Le Lion is a masterclass in challenging elegance, it's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but if it clicks, it truly roars. Definitely not for the fainthearted; it demands a wearer who can match its gravitas.
Messe de Minuit is a deeply divisive, gothic cathedral of a scent that some adore for its authentic, reverent incense and others recoil from as musty and unsettling. You'll either get Christmas Mass in a bottle or a dusty, damp old church that's seen far better days.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 35% |
| Floral | 4% | 4% |
| Fruity | 2% | 4% |
| Green | 2% | 4% |
| Sweet | 23% | 18% |
| Warm | 16% | 19% |
| Woody | 14% | 7% |
| Earthy | 16% | 14% |
| Animalic | 12% | 9% |
| Fresh | 17% | 19% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense amber-woody character make it too much for the office. However, its luxurious and commanding presence is perfect for formal events and an intimate, powerful statement on a date. It's too weighty for casual or sport wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume's profound and often polarising character, dominated by strong amber and incense accords, makes it ill-suited for casual or office wear. It truly shines in formal or evening settings, resonating with those who appreciate its unique depth.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Citrus, Warm Spicy accords and Labdanum, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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