Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum vs Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

Habit Rouge

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2003	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	£

Pure Addiction

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Habit Rouge

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Pure Addiction

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

This isn't just a perfume, it's a statement. Habit Rouge EDP is a love-it-or-hate-it classic, lauded for its sophisticated, timeless appeal but dismissed by some as dated or overly feminine. It's truly a journey for the senses, but not for the faint-hearted.

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Our Verdict - Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

This one's a real mixed bag. Some absolutely swear by it as the ultimate BR540 dupe, hitting all the right sweet-and-spicy notes, while others find it a weak, synthetic disappointment. Expect compliments, but don't expect unanimous adoration or beast-mode projection.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	26%
Floral	14%	11%
Fruity	2%	7%
Green	6%	8%
Sweet	21%	24%
Warm	14%	19%
Woody	18%	10%
Earthy	14%	16%
Animalic	8%	8%
Fresh	13%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Habit Rouge EdP

Pure Addiction EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Lemon 20% Bergamot 15% Mahogany 14% Orange 14% Lime 13% Tangerine 13% Basil 11%

Top Notes

Orange 100%

Shared Notes

Orange 13% vs 100%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Lemon 20% Bergamot 15% Mahogany 14% Lime 13% Tangerine 13% Basil 11%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 11% vs 24%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Rose 19% Carnation 17% Sandalwood 16% Patchouli 14% Cedar 12% Cinnamon 12%

Only in Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

Saffron 49% Marigold 27%

Shared Notes

Amber 14% vs 29%

Oakmoss 14% vs 23%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 20% Leather 20% Benzoin 17% Labdanum 14%

Only in Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

Praline 26% Cedar 21%

Accords

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

85%

70%

Warm Spicy

100%

Sweet

96%

65%

Amber

86%

82%

Woody

58%

Metallic

71%

52%

Leather

63%

60%

Vanilla

Mossy

60%

58%

Aromatic

Earthy

58%

57%

Floral

56%

Rose

Tobacco

55%

50%

Powdery

Citrus shared

100%

85%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

100%

Sweet

96%

Amber shared

65%

86%

Woody shared

82%

58%

Metallic

71%

Leather shared

52%

63%

Vanilla

60%

Mossy

60%

Aromatic

58%

Earthy

58%

Floral

57%

Rose

56%

Tobacco

55%

Powdery

50%

Performance

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent, evolving nature, with prominent rose and leather notes, makes it less suited for an office setting where subtlety is often key. However, its sophisticated and elegant character, often described as 'classy' and 'gentlemanly', makes it ideal for formal events and romantic dates. The 'love-it-or-hate-it' nature means it can be polarising, so choose your informal settings carefully.

Pure Addiction Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its sweet and warm spicy profile makes it a good choice for dates and casual wear, projecting an inviting aura. However, the divisive opinions on sillage and its strong sweetness make it less suitable for formal settings or an office environment where subtlety is often preferred.