Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum bottle Grey Flannel
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1975 Year 1978
£ Price Tier ££
Silences Eau de Parfum bottle Silences

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Grey Flannel is a true legend, still sparking heated debate decades on. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive green-floral powerhouse for those who dare to be different. Not for the faint-hearted, nor for those who prefer their scents sweet.
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Our Verdict - Silences Eau de Parfum
Silences is a green beast, period. It'll throw you into a wild, mossy forest with an unapologetic bite, but don't expect a gentle stroll. It's divisive: a love-it-or-hate-it green chypre that might just be Chanel No. 19's cooler, more rugged cousin.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 8%
Floral 25% 28%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 22% 28%
Sweet 15% 7%
Warm 3% 0%
Woody 14% 18%
Earthy 17% 21%
Animalic 1% 2%
Fresh 17% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Grey Flannel EdP
Silences EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Galbanum 25% vs 24%
Bergamot 17% vs 14%
Lemon 17% vs 12%
Only in Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Petitgrain 20% Neroli 19%
Shared Notes
Iris 15% vs 16%
Narcissus 12% vs 15%
Rose 11% vs 15%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 28% vs 41%
Vetiver 20% vs 31%
Cedar 18% vs 26%
Only in Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Tonka Bean 16% Almond 16%

Accords

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Silences Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
61%
82%
Green
100%
84%
Powdery
79%
Woody
60%
74%
Earthy
60%
69%
Citrus
65%
Mossy
51%
60%
Floral
54%
Aromatic shared
100%
61%
Green shared
82%
100%
84%
Woody shared
79%
60%
Earthy shared
74%
60%
69%
Mossy shared
65%
51%
Floral shared
60%
54%

Performance

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Silences Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and distinct, 'old money' floral-green character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might be too strong and attention-grabbing. However, its mature, clean, and unique profile makes it excellent for formal events or a sophisticated date, particularly in cooler weather.

Silences Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Given its strong green, occasionally sharp character and moderate sillage, Silences can be a statement for formal or office wear, though it might be a bit too intense for very close-quarters office environments. Its freshness makes it suitable casually, but it's not a typical sport scent due to its more complex, serious profile.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
73%
Key Similarities

Both share Green, Aromatic, Woody accords and Rose, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Silences Eau de Parfum
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