du Sud Eau de Toilette bottle du Sud
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U Gender U
1996 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
First Breath Eau de Parfum bottle First Breath

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - du Sud Eau de Toilette
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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Our Verdict - First Breath Eau de Parfum
A joyous burst of citrus and herbs, First Breath is a crowd-pleaser that embodies vibrant freshness. Perfect if you want to smell clean and invigorated without a hint of fuss.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 34% 27%
Floral 6% 13%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 23% 21%
Sweet 4% 9%
Warm 1% 5%
Woody 14% 13%
Earthy 24% 16%
Animalic 0% 9%
Fresh 28% 22%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
du Sud EdT
First Breath EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 25% vs 22%
Grapefruit 24% vs 22%
Mandarin 21% vs 25%
Only in du Sud Eau de Toilette
Basil 29%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Lime 30%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 15% vs 38%
Only in du Sud Eau de Toilette
Lime 32% Lemon Verbena 31% Mint 22%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Basil 31% Thyme 31%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 32% vs 30%
Patchouli 25% vs 38%
Only in du Sud Eau de Toilette
Oakmoss 42%
Only in First Breath Eau de Parfum
Musk 31%

Accords

du Sud Eau de Toilette First Breath Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
67%
Aromatic
51%
66%
Fresh Spicy
52%
58%
Green
42%
49%
Earthy
47%
Woody
43%
46%
Mossy
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
67%
51%
Fresh Spicy shared
66%
52%
Green shared
58%
42%
49%
Woody shared
47%
43%
46%

Performance

du Sud Eau de Toilette First Breath Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

du Sud Eau de Toilette

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.

First Breath Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it an excellent choice for casual wear and the office, offering a pleasant aroma without being overwhelming. While adaptable, its vibrancy makes it less suited for formal events but delightful for daytime dates or active settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
91%
Accord
91%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Basil, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

du Sud Eau de Toilette
First Breath Eau de Parfum
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