Exceptional Because You Are Eau de Parfum bottle Exceptional Because You Are
Edp Concentration Cologne
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2008 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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Our Verdict - Exceptional Because You Are
Seriously, the name is a boldfaced lie. This isn't 'Exceptional Because You Are'; it's 'Generic Because You Are'. A forgettable, soapy floral that's aggressively average. It exists, sure, but why bother?
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Our Verdict - Pagan
Divisive, vintage, and distinctly un-floral despite official notes. Opinions vary wildly, especially between old and new formulations, but it promises a confident, intriguing, and sometimes 'naughty' aura at a bargain price.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 5%
Floral 85% 85%
Fruity 10% 10%
Green 10% 10%
Sweet 20% 20%
Warm 0% 0%
Woody 0% 0%
Earthy 0% 0%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 10% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Exceptional Because You Are EdP
Pagan Cologne

Notes

Exceptional Because You Are
Pagan

Heart Notes

Heart Notes

Shared Notes
Floral 100% vs 100%

Accords

Exceptional Because You Are Pagan
100%
Floral
100%
Floral shared
100%
100%

Performance

Exceptional Because You Are Pagan
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Light
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Exceptional Because You Are

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its weak projection and short longevity make it largely inoffensive, hence suitable for office wear where strong scents are a no-go. However, its generic, soapy floral nature and lack of depth mean it's not a go-to for dates or formal events, though it's perfectly fine for casual, everyday use.

Pagan

Seasons

Best For:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong and often 'naughty' or 'sultry' association from reviews, Pagan is better suited for evening dates or special occasions than for the office. Its moderate longevity in modern formulations means it's still wearable casually, but its character leans more formal or intimate.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
99%
Olfactory
100%
Notes
100%
Accord
100%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral accords and Floral notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Exceptional Because You Are
Pagan
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