Poême Eau de Parfum vs Samsara Eau de Parfum

Poême EDP

Lancôme by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Poême EDP

A dazzling, honeyed floral that commands attention and evokes vintage glamour. Poême is lush, powdery, and unapologetically opulent-perfect for those who crave a dramatic, poetic signature.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Samsara EDP

A legendary scent that's loved, longed for, and occasionally loathed. Vintage bottles are considered masterpieces, while newer formulations are seen as a shadow of their former glory. It's truly a perfume that transcends mere fragrance, provoking strong emotional connections.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Poême EDP

Samsara EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Peach 12% vs 19%

Green 9% vs 17%

Bergamot 9% vs 17%

Only in Poême

Narcissus 13% Datura 12% Plum 11% Poppy 10% Mandarin 10% Blackcurrant 10%

Only in Samsara

Ylang-Ylang 30% Lemon 16%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 11% vs 18%

Rose 9% vs 15%

Only in Poême

Mimosa 13% Tuberose 12% Ylang-Ylang 12% Orange Blossom 12% Freesia 11% Heliotrope 10% Leather 10%

Only in Samsara

Iris 19% Narcissus 16% Orris 16% Violet 15%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 23% vs 19%

Amber 21% vs 18%

Tonka Bean 19% vs 18%

Musk 18% vs 16%

Only in Poême

Cedar 17%

Only in Samsara

Sandalwood 27%

Accords

Poême Samsara

100%

Yellow Floral

77%

80%

Powdery

100%

Woody

96%

85%

White Floral

51%

70%

Sweet

64%

Vanilla

66%

Iris

66%

65%

Floral

51%

Amber

58%

Violet Floral

52%

50%

Fruity

45%

Green

30%

Animalic

Yellow Floral shared

100%

77%

Powdery shared

80%

100%

Woody

96%

White Floral shared

85%

51%

Sweet shared

70%

64%

Vanilla

66%

Iris

66%

Floral shared

65%

51%

Amber

58%

Violet Floral

52%

Fruity

50%

Green

45%

Animalic

30%

Performance

Poême Samsara

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Poême

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Poême's lush, narcotic florals and honeyed vanilla are best suited to cool or chilly weather, where their richness can bloom without overwhelming. The fragrance feels too opulent and dense for summer heat, but truly shines in fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Poême is a statement scent for evenings, formal events, or romantic encounters, where its pronounced projection and sensuality can be fully appreciated. It is generally too bold and attention grabbing for sporty or professional daytime settings.

Samsara

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Samsara is best suited for evenings and special occasions where its rich complexity can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual daily wear or the office, but perfect for making a memorable impression on a date or at a formal event.