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Pacific Rock Moss Eau de Parfum bottle Pacific Rock Moss EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2016 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Cypress Shade Eau de Parfum bottle Cypress Shade EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Divisive and fleeting, Pacific Rock Moss is either a masterpiece aquatic or a generic room spray. Its stunning opening quickly fades, leaving many wanting more from its hefty price tag.
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Our Verdict - Cypress Shade EDP
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Cypress Shade promises a green, woody escape, but often delivers an unexpected ripe banana-like sweetness from the mimosa. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans calling it unique and fresh, while detractors find it strange or just a bit too fruity for their taste.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Cypress Shade EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 50% vs 23%
Only in Pacific Rock Moss
Oakmoss 50%
Shared Notes
Cedar 100% vs 40%
Only in Cypress Shade
Vetiver 59%

Accords

Pacific Rock Moss Cypress Shade
100%
Aromatic
100%
84%
Citrus
74%
Green
73%
68%
Woody
70%
67%
Mossy
67%
Herbal
49%
Soft Spicy
60%
Powdery
58%
56%
Earthy
56%
Fresh Spicy
52%
Floral
52%
Anis
52%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
84%
74%
73%
Woody shared
68%
70%
67%
67%
Soft Spicy shared
49%
60%
58%
56%
Fresh Spicy shared
56%
52%
52%
52%

Performance

Pacific Rock Moss Cypress Shade
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Pacific Rock Moss

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often intimate sillage makes it highly suitable for casual wear or the office without being overpowering. The aquatic and citrus notes, perfectly suited for warm weather, also make it a popular choice for sport and outdoor activities, though its poor longevity means frequent reapplication is needed.

Cypress Shade

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its subtle sillage and clean, fresh profile make it excellent for office, casual, and even sport wear without being intrusive. However, the unique and sometimes divisive mimosa note, combined with its generally subdued projection, makes it less suited for formal events or a stand-out date night.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Cypress Shade EDP
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