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Grapefruit Eau de Parfum bottle Grapefruit EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender U
1992 Year 1996
££ Price Tier ££
du Sud Eau de Toilette bottle du Sud EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Grapefruit EDP
This one's a divisive hit-or-miss. Some rave about its fresh, invigorating citrus kick, while others find it too sharp, too masculine, or just not grapefruity enough. If you're after a pure, sweet grapefruit, look elsewhere. If a complex, aromatic citrus with an unexpected edge sounds good, maybe give it a sniff.
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Our Verdict - du Sud EDT
A divisive but timeless citrus aromatic, Eau du Sud is either a glorious, enduring summer chypre or a fleeting, masculine, slightly bitter disappointment. You'll either adore its natural, earthy charm or be left utterly cold. Test before you commit.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Grapefruit EDP
du Sud EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 60% vs 24%
Shared Notes
Mint 26% vs 21%
Jasmine 20% vs 15%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 36% vs 32%
Oakmoss 35% vs 42%
Patchouli 28% vs 25%

Accords

Grapefruit du Sud
100%
Citrus
100%
97%
Aromatic
67%
77%
Fresh Spicy
66%
71%
Woody
47%
61%
Earthy
49%
54%
Green
58%
50%
Mossy
46%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
97%
67%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
66%
Woody shared
71%
47%
Earthy shared
61%
49%
Green shared
54%
58%
Mossy shared
50%
46%

Performance

Grapefruit du Sud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Grapefruit

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially given its intimate sillage. However, the often-described masculine edge and lack of sweetness make it less ideal for dates or formal events where a more universally appealing or elegant scent might be preferred.

du Sud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and often discreet nature makes it excellent for the office or casual wear, especially in warm weather. While some find it office-appropriate, its often moderate sillage and 'classic' feel might not suit a modern date night, and it's too subtle for formal events, despite its underlying elegance. It can work for sport due to its refreshing quality, but isn't built for high performance.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Grapefruit EDP
du Sud EDT
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