Elite Eau de Toilette vs Costa Azzurra Acqua Eau de Parfum
Elite EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | U |
| 1980 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Costa Azzurra Acqua EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Floris Elite is a divisive time capsule to the 80s, evoking a traditional British barbershop. Some find it a sophisticated, green, and comforting classic, while others dismiss it as an overpriced, mouldy relic with poor performance. You'll either love its stoic charm or hate its 'stink bomb' vibe.
A gorgeous, fresh aquatic that people simply adore, despite its fleeting nature. This Mediterranean escape delivers a clean, green, and piney aroma that transports you to a seaside holiday, if only for a short while. Shame it's discontinued, as the clamour for dupes is real.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its classic, refined profile makes it suitable for formal settings and professional environments, though some find it too strong for the office. The barbershop clean adds to its versatility, whilst a few users mention wearing it before bed, suggesting decent wearability for evenings and at-home relaxation.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and understated nature makes it ideal for casual wear and the office, as its weak projection won't offend. However, its poor longevity and projection make it less suitable for formal events or dates where you desire a stronger presence. It's too light for formal, but can be worn to the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, aromatic, fresh spicy
Adds cypress and labdanum, drops bay leaf and bergamot
Where to buy
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