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Killing Me Slowly Eau de Parfum bottle Killing Me Slowly EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2014 Year 2006
£££££ Price Tier ££
Pure Purple Eau de Parfum bottle Pure Purple EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Killing Me Slowly EDP
A divisive aldehydic floral with a devoted fanbase who adore its sweet, powdery charm, but a significant minority can't get past a very unusual opening. For those who get it, it's addictive, classy, and commands compliments.
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Our Verdict - Pure Purple EDP
Hugo Boss Pure Purple is a polarising gourmand that splits the room. For some, it's a dreamy marzipan experience; for others, it's a faint, forgettable floral or an overwhelming sweet concoction they just can't stand. Expect love-it-or-hate-it reactions, often dictated by skin chemistry getting the much-hyped almond/marzipan note to appear. It's truly a "your mileage may vary" kind of scent.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Killing Me Slowly EDP
Pure Purple EDP

Notes

Only in Pure Purple
Violet 100%
Only in Killing Me Slowly
Iris 57% Vanilla 43%

Accords

Killing Me Slowly Pure Purple
100%
Fruity
51%
Sweet
100%
68%
Floral
52%
67%
Aldehydic
Nutty
65%
63%
Fresh
54%
Amber
58%
58%
Powdery
47%
52%
Tropical
52%
Rose
51%
Vanilla
Almond
51%
50%
Iris
Leather
48%
47%
Woody
Animalic
45%
Fruity shared
100%
51%
100%
Floral shared
68%
52%
67%
65%
Fresh shared
63%
54%
58%
Powdery shared
58%
47%
52%
52%
51%
51%
50%
48%
47%
45%

Performance

Killing Me Slowly Pure Purple
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Killing Me Slowly

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its elegant and sophisticated character makes it a strong contender for dates and formal events. While a touch too powdery and present for an everyday office scent, its moderate projection means it won't overwhelm, making it suitable for some casual wear.

Pure Purple

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet and gourmand nature makes it an excellent fit for casual wear and dates, where its comforting and inviting vibes can shine. While it's generally not a strong projector, the sweetness might be too much for formal or office settings, especially if the marzipan note is pronounced. It's definitely not for sport. Some reviews mention it as a good work scent, suggesting its occasional wearability in less strict office environments.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
81%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, floral, fresh

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Killing Me Slowly EDP
Pure Purple EDP
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