Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum bottle Sex and the Sea Neroli
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2019 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Opus Eau de Parfum bottle Opus

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a masterful, unique take on a sensual, beachy vibe, a true masterpiece. Others recoil from its animalic depth and declare it an unwearable mess. Definitely not for a blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Opus Eau de Parfum
A modern homage to classic oriental perfumery, this one's a divisive delight. Expect a complex journey from bright citrus to a vanilla-drenched, powdery dream. Some say it's a masterpiece; others find it a cloying 'baby powder bomb.'
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 16%
Floral 20% 22%
Fruity 5% 3%
Green 6% 3%
Sweet 28% 25%
Warm 9% 9%
Woody 11% 16%
Earthy 9% 7%
Animalic 14% 14%
Fresh 11% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sex and the Sea Neroli EdP
Opus EdP

Notes

Accords

Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum Opus Eau de Parfum
100%
Amber
100%
74%
Citrus
92%
80%
Powdery
91%
83%
Sweet
Balsamic
83%
68%
Vanilla
82%
60%
Woody
80%
78%
Animalic
58%
Aromatic
75%
71%
Coconut
61%
Musky
65%
Iris
63%
62%
Floral
Amber shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
74%
92%
Powdery shared
80%
91%
83%
83%
Vanilla shared
68%
82%
Woody shared
60%
80%
Animalic shared
78%
58%
75%
71%
Musky shared
61%
65%
63%
62%

Performance

Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum Opus Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong performance, coupled with its intense, animalic-amber profile, make it entirely unsuitable for office wear. However, its 'sexy, grownup summer' and 'sun-soaked post-coital skin' vibe ensures it's perfect for a date, or casual outings where making a statement is desired.

Opus Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, noted by many reviewers, make it less suitable for the office. However, its sophisticated and luxurious character, paired with its comforting warmth, makes it ideal for dates and formal occasions. It's also versatile enough for casual wear if applied lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
87%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Powdery, Animalic accords and Sandalwood, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sex and the Sea Neroli Eau de Parfum
Opus Eau de Parfum
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