King of Seduction Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle King of Seduction Absolute
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2015 Year 2024
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Blu Mare Eau de Parfum bottle Blu Mare

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - King of Seduction Absolute
This budget-friendly aquatic offers a splash of citrus and marine freshness with a subtle, leather-tinged depth. While critics bemoan its fleeting presence, for the price, it just keeps seducing new fans with its clean, modern aroma.
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Our Verdict - Blu Mare
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Blu Mare is a beast - a marine-woody powerhouse that some find exhilaratingly fresh and unique, while others are utterly repulsed by its sheer force and challenging notes. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 21%
Floral 3% 3%
Fruity 2% 3%
Green 14% 12%
Sweet 6% 2%
Warm 11% 6%
Woody 12% 16%
Earthy 20% 20%
Animalic 10% 10%
Fresh 28% 37%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
King of Seduction Absolute EdP
Blu Mare EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 28% vs 24%
Shared Notes
Sea Water 41% vs 48%
Only in King of Seduction Absolute
Lavender 36% Cardamom 23%
Only in Blu Mare
Cypress 52%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 30% vs 56%
Only in King of Seduction Absolute
Leather 39% Vetiver 31%
Only in Blu Mare
Ambergris 44%

Accords

King of Seduction Absolute Blu Mare
100%
Aromatic
100%
73%
Citrus
85%
44%
Woody
81%
69%
Marine
72%
58%
Fresh Spicy
63%
61%
Lavender
44%
Mossy
61%
52%
Leather
49%
Earthy
52%
Amber
51%
46%
Salty
48%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
73%
85%
Woody shared
44%
81%
Marine shared
69%
72%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
63%
61%
Mossy shared
44%
61%
52%
Earthy shared
49%
52%
51%
Salty shared
46%
48%

Performance

King of Seduction Absolute Blu Mare
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

King of Seduction Absolute

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean, and subtly aquatic nature makes it suitable for casual wear and hot weather activities. While some suggest it for office or dates, its often-reported poor longevity means frequent reapplication is needed for any lasting impact.

Blu Mare

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its nuclear projection and extreme longevity make it unsuitable for office settings. However, its refreshing marine and spicy notes, despite their intensity, are well-suited for casual and sport usage, especially in warm weather. For dates and formal events, its divisive nature suggests a cautious approach.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
80%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Citrus, Woody accords and Sea Water, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

King of Seduction Absolute
Blu Mare
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