Bas de Soie
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
de Gentiane Blanche
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's proper polarising. You'll either get an elegant, aloof green floral with a silky-smooth dry down, or a metallic, funeral-home, egg-custard nightmare. Sample it, then sample it again before sinking your cash, because this ain't a safe blind buy.
This is a seriously polarising scent, pure Jean-Claude Ellena. Expect an icy, bitter, earth-drenched fragrance that some will adore for its unique artistry, while others will find it reminds them of cold vegetables or old laundrettes. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 35% | 16% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 27% | 25% |
| Sweet | 11% | 9% |
| Warm | 13% | 17% |
| Woody | 4% | 9% |
| Earthy | 10% | 17% |
| Animalic | 12% | 16% |
| Fresh | 14% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, though some find it too 'cold' for casual dates. The green floral and powdery notes lend themselves well to formal settings and office wear, while its unique character might be a bit much for active sports.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and low-average longevity make it suitable for office wear where it won't offend, though many find it disappears too quickly. Its unique, earthy profile is perfect for casual settings, particularly in warmer weather, but less suited for formal events or highly energetic activity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Iris, Powdery accords and Iris, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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