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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper divisive beast. Expect a full-on guava explosion up front, but buckle up, because that leather note morphs into something far more polarising, with 'gasoline' and 'motor oil' being frequent, less-than-flattering comparisons. Not for the faint of heart, or nose.
Pivoine Suzhou is a beautifully blended, effortlessly elegant floral-fruity that most find delightful and hard to dislike. However, its eye-watering price tag for such a fleeting scent leaves many feeling short-changed. Love the smell, loathe the longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 8% |
| Floral | 30% | 33% |
| Fruity | 16% | 14% |
| Green | 6% | 2% |
| Sweet | 21% | 24% |
| Warm | 8% | 12% |
| Woody | 3% | 6% |
| Earthy | 8% | 10% |
| Animalic | 18% | 13% |
| Fresh | 18% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The strong projection and prominent, often polarising, leather note make this a poor choice for the office. Its unique, bold character, however, could be intriguing for a date. The tropical notes lend themselves to casual wear, but the intensity means it's still best in moderation.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive, and soft projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear. While pretty enough for a date, its weak longevity limits its formal appeal; reviewers repeatedly praise it as a 'daytime' scent, suitable for warmer weather and intimate settings rather than grand events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Fruity accords and Rose, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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