Imperiale Cologne bottle Imperiale
Cologne Concentration Edp
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1860 Year 2017
££ Price Tier £
Night II Eau de Parfum bottle Night II

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Imperiale Cologne
This legendary Guerlain eau de cologne is an absolute masterpiece in scent profile - bright, refreshing, and utterly timeless. Just don't expect it to stick around; its fleeting nature is both its charm and its biggest drawback. Love it for its invigorating embrace, but prepare for frequent reapplication.
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Our Verdict - Night II Eau de Parfum
Zara Night II is a divisive scent: some rave about its fresh, alluring aroma, often compared to designer fragrances, while others dismiss it as a fleeting, generic disappointment. The one thing everyone agrees on is its abysmal longevity - you'll be reapplying this one constantly.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 36% 28%
Floral 6% 14%
Fruity 4% 2%
Green 19% 11%
Sweet 14% 9%
Warm 5% 10%
Woody 16% 13%
Earthy 3% 7%
Animalic 0% 4%
Fresh 30% 32%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Imperiale Cologne
Night II EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 17% vs 62%
Lemon 16% vs 37%
Only in Night II Eau de Parfum
Lavender 100%
Shared Notes
Cedar 32% vs 38%
Only in Imperiale Cologne
Rosemary 39% Tonka Bean 28%
Only in Night II Eau de Parfum
Amber 62%

Accords

Imperiale Cologne Night II Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
100%
Lavender
71%
52%
Aromatic
70%
Amber
65%
52%
Fresh Spicy
63%
41%
Woody
58%
45%
Fresh
Powdery
44%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
71%
Aromatic shared
52%
70%
65%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
63%
Woody shared
41%
58%
45%
44%

Performance

Imperiale Cologne Night II Eau de Parfum
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Imperiale Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its refreshing, light character makes it perfect for casual wear, office settings (due to its non-existent sillage) and post-sport invigoration. However, its poor longevity and extreme subtlety mean it's not ideal for occasions where you want your fragrance to make an impression, like dates or formal events.

Night II Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh and inoffensive character, combined with weak projection and short longevity, makes it suitable for office wear or gym use, as many reviewers noted it won't be cloying. However, its poor performance renders it less ideal for formal events or dates where a more lasting impression is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
82%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Cedar, Bergamot notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Imperiale Cologne
Night II Eau de Parfum
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