Chic Eau de Parfum vs HiM Eau de Parfum

Chic

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2003	Year	2012
££	Price Tier	££

HiM

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Chic Eau de Parfum

Chic is a crowd-pleasing, understated gem. It's not a beast, nor is it revolutionary, but this fresh, spicy woody scent is genuinely pleasant and remarkably versatile. A safe blind buy for an everyday grab that just smells, well, chic.

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Our Verdict - HiM Eau de Parfum

A divisive beast, HiM is either a hidden gem of spicy-woody warmth, or a synthetic mess. Most will find it a cosy, understated autumn/winter option, but some will struggle with its cloying sweetness and lack of dynamism.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	14%	10%
Floral	2%	3%
Fruity	6%	2%
Green	3%	14%
Sweet	20%	21%
Warm	38%	31%
Woody	15%	20%
Earthy	5%	7%
Animalic	6%	5%
Fresh	17%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Chic EdP

HiM EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 21% vs 19%

Mandarin 15% vs 17%

Bergamot 15% vs 16%

Only in Chic Eau de Parfum

Watermelon 29% Lemon 17%

Only in HiM Eau de Parfum

Violet Leaf 25% Pepper 21%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 46% vs 44%

Only in Chic Eau de Parfum

Pepper 53%

Only in HiM Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 32% Fig Tree 23%

Shared Notes

Musk 20% vs 15%

Amber 18% vs 26%

Cedar 17% vs 20%

Only in Chic Eau de Parfum

Sandalwood 23% Tonka Bean 20%

Only in HiM Eau de Parfum

Teak 20% Fir Resin 17%

Accords

Chic Eau de Parfum HiM Eau de Parfum

100%

Warm Spicy

100%

62%

Woody

96%

49%

Amber

79%

57%

Cinnamon

75%

74%

Citrus

58%

70%

Fresh Spicy

70%

67%

Ozonic

58%

62%

Aromatic

66%

63%

Aquatic

51%

52%

Powdery

Vanilla

49%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

Woody shared

62%

96%

Amber shared

49%

79%

Cinnamon shared

57%

75%

Citrus shared

74%

58%

Fresh Spicy shared

70%

Ozonic shared

67%

58%

Aromatic shared

62%

66%

Aquatic shared

63%

51%

Powdery

52%

Vanilla

49%

Performance

Chic Eau de Parfum HiM Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Chic Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Sport

Chic's moderate performance and unobtrusive, fresh-spicy profile make it perfect for office, casual outings, and even dates. While reviews mention its elegance, it lacks the boldness typically desired for formal events.

HiM Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its warm-spicy and woody accords, combined with moderate to strong performance, make it unsuitable for high-heat sports or overly formal settings. The comforting, inviting nature is perfect for dates and casual outings, while its subtle sophistication allows for office wear, provided it's not oversprayed.