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| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Parole d'Eau
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A vibrant, sunny citrus-marine scent that nails the casual, laid-back California vibe. Perfect for daytime and warm weather but too sheer for bold statements or cold nights.
This one's a real paradox - some find it a sublime spa-like retreat, others get hit with a distinct fish-market funk. Expect a clean, natural aroma, but brace yourself for polarising aquatic notes that might lean a bit briny on your skin. A very subtle freshie with a surprisingly loud minority of detractors.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 18% |
| Floral | 10% | 1% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 18% | 18% |
| Sweet | 8% | 4% |
| Warm | 1% | 0% |
| Woody | 14% | 26% |
| Earthy | 4% | 0% |
| Animalic | 7% | 12% |
| Fresh | 39% | 48% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The crisp citrus and aquatic freshness make this highly suitable for spring and summer, while its light woody base allows some use in early fall. It lacks the warmth and heft for winter.
Occasions
Projection and intensity are soft, making it safe for office and casual wear, and its breezy, clean character is ideal for sporty or daytime activities. It can work on dates for a laid-back vibe, but is too light for formal occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its subtle sillage and fresh, clean profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, especially in warmer climates. The divisive 'fishy' note sometimes reported and lack of traditional allure make it unsuitable for dates, and its relaxed rather than grand character prevents it from being a formal choice.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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