Tsar Eau de Parfum vs Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Tsar

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1989	Year	2010
££	Price Tier	££

Fougere Royale

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Tsar

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Fougere Royale

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tsar Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper cult classic, loved by many for its timeless masculine elegance. The hype surrounding its discontinuation and re-release drama is real, so grab a vintage bottle if you can, but don't break the bank for it.

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Our Verdict - Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

The OG fougère, reimagined for the modern gent. Fougere Royale offers timeless class and sophisticated freshness, though its understated performance might leave some wanting more. It's a crowd-pleaser that walks the line between classic elegance and contemporary wearability.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	7%
Floral	17%	29%
Fruity	2%	1%
Green	22%	23%
Sweet	13%	16%
Warm	14%	12%
Woody	18%	6%
Earthy	13%	15%
Animalic	6%	1%
Fresh	18%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Tsar EdP

Fougere Royale EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Green 18% vs 25%

Lavender 14% vs 29%

Bergamot 11% vs 21%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Artemisia 13% Rosemary 12% Coriander 11% Cinnamon 10% Neroli 10%

Only in Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Chamomile 24%

Shared Notes

Carnation 10% vs 21%

Geranium 9% vs 29%

Rose 8% vs 16%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Pine 15% Juniper 11% Tarragon 10% Caraway 9% Jasmine 9% Orris 9% Lily Of The Valley 9%

Only in Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 18% Lilac 16%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 15% vs 25%

Patchouli 9% vs 18%

Amber 8% vs 15%

Tonka Bean 8% vs 18%

Only in Tsar Eau de Parfum

Leather 11% Cedar 11% Vetiver 10% Sandalwood 9% Musk 9% Coconut 8%

Only in Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Clary Sage 22%

Accords

Tsar Eau de Parfum Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

92%

Woody

63%

Fresh Spicy

79%

Floral

67%

48%

Herbal

65%

48%

Warm Spicy

65%

61%

Green

60%

Lavender

60%

54%

Earthy

52%

51%

Mossy

54%

Rose

52%

Aromatic shared

100%

Woody

92%

Fresh Spicy shared

63%

79%

Floral

67%

Herbal shared

48%

65%

Warm Spicy shared

48%

65%

Green shared

61%

60%

Lavender

60%

Earthy shared

54%

52%

Mossy shared

51%

54%

Rose

52%

Performance

Tsar Eau de Parfum Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Tsar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its classic, sophisticated character, with moderate projection and excellent longevity, makes it suitable for formal settings and dates without being overpowering. It's too refined for sport and could be a bit much for a casual office environment, though some find it clean enough for daily wear.

Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Formal

Also Works:

Date

Its clean, classic profile and moderate-to-light projection make it ideal for office wear and formal events where subtlety is key. While versatile, its sophisticated nature might feel a bit overdressed for casual sport, though many enjoy its fresh character for everyday casual wear. Performance varies, with some finding it fleeting.