Samsara Eau de Parfum vs Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Samsara

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1989	Year	2014
££	Price Tier	££

Iris des Champs

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Samsara Eau de Parfum

A legendary scent that's loved, longed for, and occasionally loathed. Vintage bottles are considered masterpieces, while newer formulations are seen as a shadow of their former glory. It's truly a perfume that transcends mere fragrance, provoking strong emotional connections.

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Our Verdict - Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

This is a polarising take on iris. Some find it a beautifully blended, creamy, and sophisticated floral; others recoil from what they perceive as a screechy, soapy mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	5%
Floral	35%	40%
Fruity	7%	7%
Green	8%	5%
Sweet	30%	25%
Warm	6%	8%
Woody	10%	13%
Earthy	7%	7%
Animalic	8%	10%
Fresh	11%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Samsara EdP

Iris des Champs EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 17% vs 20%

Only in Samsara Eau de Parfum

Ylang-Ylang 30% Peach 19% Green 17% Lemon 16%

Only in Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Lily Of The Valley 22% Pink Pepper 20% Pear 19% Rose 19%

Shared Notes

Iris 18% vs 47%

Jasmine 18% vs 24%

Only in Samsara Eau de Parfum

Narcissus 16% Orris 16% Violet 15% Rose 15%

Only in Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Ylang-Ylang 28%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 26% vs 19%

Vanilla 19% vs 18%

Amber 18% vs 16%

Musk 16% vs 26%

Only in Samsara Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 18%

Only in Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Woody 20%

Accords

Samsara Eau de Parfum Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

100%

Powdery

100%

96%

Woody

87%

66%

Iris

89%

77%

Yellow Floral

49%

Musky

73%

66%

Vanilla

64%

Sweet

56%

52%

Violet Floral

60%

51%

White Floral

60%

58%

Amber

Earthy

54%

51%

Floral

48%

Powdery shared

100%

Woody shared

96%

87%

Iris shared

66%

89%

Yellow Floral shared

77%

49%

Musky

73%

Vanilla

66%

Sweet shared

64%

56%

Violet Floral shared

52%

60%

White Floral shared

51%

60%

Amber

58%

Earthy

54%

Floral shared

51%

48%

Performance

Samsara Eau de Parfum Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Samsara 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

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Samsara is best suited for evenings and special occasions where its rich complexity can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual daily wear or the office, but perfect for making a memorable impression on a date or at a formal event.

Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its clean, powdery nature lends itself well to office and casual wear, projecting an aura of composed elegance without being overpowering. Despite some reports of strong projection, many find it more of a skin scent, keeping it discreet enough for professional settings.