L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum vs But Not Today Eau de Parfum

L’Ile Pourpre

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

But Not Today

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper enigma. A divisive but addictive scent, L'Ile Pourpre swings between love-it-or-hate-it, but for those who get it, it's a unique masterpiece that's both challenging and utterly captivating. Just don't expect it to hang around long.

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Our Verdict - But Not Today Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. It absolutely lives up to its 'Hannibal' inspiration, delivering a polarising blend of elegant florals and deeply unsettling notes. Expect compliments or utter revulsion - there's no in-between.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	7%	11%
Floral	1%	5%
Fruity	6%	0%
Green	29%	30%
Sweet	16%	9%
Warm	19%	21%
Woody	13%	12%
Earthy	12%	15%
Animalic	5%	5%
Fresh	22%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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But Not Today EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 16% vs 19%

Only in L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum

Ginger 30% Angelica 27% Shiso 26%

Only in But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Artemisia 36% Lavender 24% Lemon 20%

Only in L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum

Fig 43% Artemisia 31% Fenugreek 26%

Only in But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Calamus 29% Styrax 25% Rosemary 24% Cascarilla 22%

Only in L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum

Ambroxan 23% Cedar 23% Cashmeran 19% Cream 18% Patchouli 17%

Only in But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Angelica 19% Galbanum 17% Oakmoss 15% Musk 14% Resin 14% Sandalwood 10% Amber 10%

Accords

L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum But Not Today Eau de Parfum

100%

Fresh Spicy

67%

71%

Aromatic

100%

80%

Amber

96%

79%

Woody

84%

83%

Musky

82%

55%

Herbal

73%

62%

Powdery

64%

62%

Fruity

51%

Green

58%

Warm Spicy

58%

56%

Sweet

Balsamic

52%

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

67%

Aromatic shared

71%

100%

Amber shared

80%

96%

Woody shared

79%

84%

Musky shared

83%

82%

Herbal shared

55%

73%

Powdery shared

62%

64%

Fruity

62%

Green shared

51%

58%

Warm Spicy

58%

Sweet

56%

Balsamic

52%

Performance

L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

L’Ile Pourpre Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its unique, sophisticated profile makes it excellent for dates or evenings out, lending a mysterious aura. The soft projection, though a common complaint, means it could work in an office setting without being intrusive, but its distinctiveness might be a bit much for daily casual wear. It's too complex and subtle for sporty activities.

But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Formal

Given its intense character, strong projection, and divisive scent profile, this is emphatically not an office scent. It leans more towards a bold statement for dates, formal evening events, or niche gatherings where its artistic merit can be appreciated, though its unsettling nature makes it a challenging wear for most casual scenarios.