Manifesto Eau de Parfum vs HM Eau de Parfum

Manifesto

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	1997
££	Price Tier	££

HM

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Manifesto Eau de Parfum

YSL Manifesto is a captivating enigma, celebrated by many as a masterpiece of woody vanilla with surprisingly green nuances, yet dismissed by others for its perceived datedness or a jarring green opening. This discontinued scent sparks fierce debate, but its unique take on vanilla has a loyal following.

Acquired

Our Verdict - HM Eau de Parfum

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.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	10%
Floral	29%	29%
Fruity	12%	7%
Green	19%	14%
Sweet	28%	25%
Warm	4%	5%
Woody	11%	9%
Earthy	3%	10%
Animalic	2%	2%
Fresh	18%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Manifesto EdP

HM EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Blackcurrant 40% vs 24%

Green 29% vs 18%

Only in Manifesto Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 30%

Only in HM Eau de Parfum

Lemon 34% Lavender 23%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 54% vs 27%

Lily Of The Valley 45% vs 22%

Only in HM Eau de Parfum

Iris 28% Rose 22%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 33% vs 20%

Tonka Bean 27% vs 15%

Sandalwood 22% vs 12%

Cedar 17% vs 11%

Only in HM Eau de Parfum

Dark Chocolate 15% Amber 12% Oakmoss 12%

Accords

Manifesto Eau de Parfum HM Eau de Parfum

100%

Vanilla

100%

Citrus

86%

72%

Woody

77%

52%

Aromatic

76%

58%

Powdery

71%

52%

Sweet

63%

58%

Fruity

62%

55%

White Floral

61%

47%

Amber

60%

Lavender

57%

52%

Green

45%

Warm Spicy

Vanilla shared

100%

Citrus

86%

Woody shared

72%

77%

Aromatic shared

52%

76%

Powdery shared

58%

71%

Sweet shared

52%

63%

Fruity shared

58%

62%

White Floral shared

55%

61%

Amber shared

47%

60%

Lavender

57%

Green

52%

Warm Spicy

45%

Performance

Manifesto Eau de Parfum HM Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Manifesto Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Manifesto's strong performance and elegant profile make it well-suited for dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming. While some find it too heavy for casual wear, its nuanced vanilla can be appropriate for the office if applied sparingly, though its richness might be distracting for daily tasks.

HM Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

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.