HM
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1997 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
VALOR BLUE
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This 90s gem is a divisive one. For some, it's a nostalgic, unique gourmand citrus with amazing performance. For others, it's a synthetic mess, too feminine, or just a sweet lemon bomb. Give it a whirl if you like a playful surprise, but probably not a safe blind buy.
This one's a crowd-pleaser for sure. Clean, fresh, and undeniably masculine, VALOR BLUE is a solid daily driver that punches above its weight. Not groundbreaking, but reliably good.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 15% |
| Floral | 29% | 24% |
| Fruity | 7% | 17% |
| Green | 14% | 10% |
| Sweet | 25% | 23% |
| Warm | 5% | 7% |
| Woody | 9% | 9% |
| Earthy | 10% | 2% |
| Animalic | 2% | 9% |
| Fresh | 19% | 20% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
HM is best suited for casual and date settings due to its noticeable sweetness and gourmand leaning, making it potentially too strong for formal events or the office. Its performance can be quite robust, which, while great for socialising, limits its versatility for more discreet situations.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and aromatic profile makes it versatile for most scenarios, particularly casual wear and the office. While not overtly formal, it's clean enough for smart-casual events without being too intrusive for a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Lily Of The Valley notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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