This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4 Eau de Parfum vs Diadem Eau de Parfum

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2018	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	£

Diadem

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This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

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Diadem

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's a unique spiced amber, a Christmas cake in a bottle. Others think it's a nasty concoction of curry and toilet cleaner. Definitely not a blind buy.

Statement

Our Verdict - Diadem

Divisive yet divine. Diadem straddles the line between established Middle Eastern incense profiles and something entirely unique, with a stunning, evolving dry down that some absolutely adore, and others find a bit too familiar. High quality, great performance, and a touch of that Thameen magic.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	2%
Floral	17%	18%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	12%	4%
Sweet	27%	24%
Warm	24%	31%
Woody	9%	9%
Earthy	16%	20%
Animalic	6%	9%
Fresh	11%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4 EdP

Diadem EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 40% vs 38%

Cardamom 30% vs 27%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

Artemisia 30%

Only in Diadem

Frankincense 34%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

Ylang-Ylang 47% Benzoin 27% Tonka Bean 25%

Only in Diadem

Saffron 55% Rose 45%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 30% vs 32%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

Opoponax 41% Labdanum 28%

Only in Diadem

Amber 38% Vanilla 29%

Accords

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4 Diadem

100%

Amber

91%

80%

Warm Spicy

100%

84%

Aromatic

68%

73%

Lavender

76%

74%

Sweet

68%

Yellow Floral

67%

Herbal

67%

Woody

48%

54%

Fresh Spicy

63%

61%

Balsamic

Rose

48%

Patchouli

47%

Amber shared

100%

91%

Warm Spicy shared

80%

100%

Aromatic shared

84%

68%

Lavender shared

73%

76%

Sweet

74%

Yellow Floral

68%

Herbal

67%

Woody shared

67%

48%

Fresh Spicy shared

54%

63%

Balsamic

61%

Rose

48%

Patchouli

47%

Performance

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4 Diadem

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1.4

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual

Its sweet and spicy nature, which some find strong and others subtle, leans it away from being an ideal office scent. It could work for a date night, bringing a unique, intriguing aura, but it's probably too polarising for many formal events.

Diadem

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:

Casual

Its moderate to strong sillage and excellent longevity make it a bold choice for date nights and formal events, commanding attention without overwhelming. While its rich, warm profile isn't typically suited for casual or sport, it can be dialled down for a more refined everyday wear. Office wear is possible with light application.