Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum bottle Grey Flannel
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1975 Year 2019
£ Price Tier £££££
Oceania Eau de Parfum bottle Oceania

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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 - Oceania Eau de Parfum
Oceania is a supremely divisive one, praised by some as a fizzy, high-quality citrus masterpiece perfect for summer, while others label it an overpriced, generic cleaner or baby wipe scent. It’s either a freshie triumph or a total rip-off - there’s no middle ground here.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 19%
Floral 25% 30%
Fruity 1% 3%
Green 22% 16%
Sweet 15% 16%
Warm 3% 5%
Woody 14% 12%
Earthy 17% 8%
Animalic 1% 5%
Fresh 17% 21%

Mood

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

Notes

Shared Notes
Violet 21% vs 35%
Geranium 13% vs 21%
Only in Oceania Eau de Parfum
Jasmine 22% Ylang-Ylang 20%

Accords

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Oceania Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
85%
69%
Citrus
100%
84%
Powdery
60%
83%
Violet Floral
52%
82%
Green
79%
Woody
70%
74%
Earthy
45%
57%
Fresh Spicy
70%
65%
Mossy
60%
Floral
Lavender
48%
Aromatic shared
100%
85%
Citrus shared
69%
100%
Powdery shared
84%
60%
Violet Floral shared
83%
52%
82%
Woody shared
79%
70%
Earthy shared
74%
45%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
70%
65%
60%
48%

Performance

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum Oceania 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.

Oceania Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for casual wear and sport, preventing it from being too heavy. However, its often-criticised average performance means it's less ideal for formal events where longevity is key. The clean nature makes it acceptable for office wear, but less impactful for a date.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
89%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Iris, Violet notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Grey Flannel Eau de Parfum
Oceania Eau de Parfum
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