Paradiso
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Turnbull & Asser 71/72
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This Mediterranean dream in a bottle is a divisive one. For some, it's a classy, unique scent that smells like a sun-drenched Italian holiday. For others, it’s a jarring blast of pine and jasmine that’s just a bit too much.
This one's a proper British gentleman, a divisive beast of a scent that some find endlessly sophisticated and others, well, a bit too quiet and 'nicely played'. It's all about that woody-oudy spice, but don't expect it to shout; it's a whisper, not a roar.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 27% | 29% |
| Floral | 30% | 27% |
| Fruity | 6% | 5% |
| Green | 16% | 15% |
| Sweet | 14% | 11% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 17% | 16% |
| Earthy | 0% | 4% |
| Animalic | 5% | 1% |
| Fresh | 26% | 28% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh citrus and woody accords lend themselves well to casual and sport settings, embodying a holiday vibe. While some find it office-appropriate due to its clean character, its impressive sillage and longevity for many users mean it might be a bit much for formal or intimate settings, leaning more towards summer day wear.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Its polite sillage and sophisticated, clean-yet-woody profile make it ideal for the office or formal settings where discretion is key. The lack of potent projection, while disappointing to some, actually boosts its suitability for close-quarter professional environments. It's too refined and subtle for casual wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Fresh Spicy accords and Jasmine, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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