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La Voile Rouge Eau de Parfum bottle La Voile Rouge EDP
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- Year 2017
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French Affair Eau de Parfum bottle French Affair EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - La Voile Rouge EDP
This one's a proper old-school green woody scent that's divisive as hell, but if you're into that classic, no-nonsense barbershop vibe from the 80s, you'll love its punchy character and ridiculous value. Definitely not for everyone, mind.
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Our Verdict - French Affair EDP
French Affair is a divisive beast: a modern chypre that’s either a masterpiece of sophisticated, earthy allure or a musty old house, depending on who you ask. Brace yourself for compliments, or complaints.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
La Voile Rouge EDP
French Affair EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 29%
Only in La Voile Rouge
Redcurrant Leaf 50%
Only in French Affair
Violet Leaf 37% Litchi 33%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 39% vs 36%
Patchouli 34% vs 26%
Only in La Voile Rouge
Cedar 26%
Only in French Affair
Vetiver 37%

Accords

La Voile Rouge French Affair
100%
Woody
100%
87%
Earthy
84%
81%
Aromatic
60%
76%
Mossy
65%
67%
Patchouli
52%
62%
Citrus
62%
Lavender
Rose
55%
54%
Green
51%
Fruity
Musky
51%
Powdery
48%
Amber
47%
Ozonic
47%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Earthy shared
87%
84%
Aromatic shared
81%
60%
Mossy shared
76%
65%
Patchouli shared
67%
52%
62%
62%
55%
54%
51%
51%
48%
47%
47%

Performance

La Voile Rouge French Affair
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

La Voile Rouge

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its significant longevity and projection, combined with a strong woody and earthy character, make it a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its classic, bold nature is well-suited for casual outings and can certainly make a statement on a date, appealing to those who appreciate vintage style.

French Affair

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and impressive longevity often highlighted by reviewers, it's best reserved for social outings where it won't overwhelm. While it has an elegant side suitable for formal events, its unique, earthy character also makes it intriguing for dates and more curated casual settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, earthy, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

La Voile Rouge EDP
French Affair EDP
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