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French Affair Eau de Parfum bottle French Affair EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2017 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

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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Our Verdict - Ex Nihilo French Affair EDP
A sophisticated blend of woody and floral notes that offers a calm and modern olfactory experience.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
French Affair EDP
Ex Nihilo French Affair EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Litchi 33% vs 46%
Bergamot 29% vs 53%
Only in French Affair
Violet Leaf 37%
Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 61%
Only in French Affair
Angelica 32% Cedar 32%
Only in Ex Nihilo French Affair
Violet 38%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 36% vs 31%
Patchouli 26% vs 27%
Only in French Affair
Oakmoss 37%
Only in Ex Nihilo French Affair
Amber 23% Musk 18%

Accords

French Affair Ex Nihilo French Affair
100%
Woody
80%
84%
Earthy
Floral
70%
65%
Mossy
60%
Aromatic
Fresh
60%
55%
Rose
52%
Patchouli
51%
Musky
Citrus
50%
48%
Powdery
47%
Amber
47%
Ozonic
Woody shared
100%
80%
84%
70%
65%
60%
60%
55%
52%
51%
50%
48%
47%
47%

Performance

French Affair Ex Nihilo French Affair
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Ex Nihilo French Affair

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

The blend of floral and woody notes suits the transitional seasons of spring and fall, while the freshness and lighter projection could be overwhelming in summer and too subtle for cold winter months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

With moderate projection and a sophisticated profile, it works well for dates and casual outings, but is less suitable for sports due to its complexity.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
26%
Key Similarities

Both share Bergamot, Litchi, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

French Affair EDP
Ex Nihilo French Affair EDP
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