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Fusion d'Issey Eau de Toilette bottle Fusion d'Issey EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2020 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Mercedes-Benz Ultimate Eau de Parfum bottle Mercedes-Benz Ultimate EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fusion d'Issey EDT
A bold twist on fresh woody masculines, Fusion d'Issey electrifies with coconut, solar woods, and a spicy-mineral undertone. Unexpectedly playful, energetic, and versatile for the adventurous.
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Our Verdict - Mercedes-Benz Ultimate EDP
A divisive one, this. Some reckon it's a stellar budget-friendly clone of PDM Greenley and Dior Sauvage, a year-round versatile gem. Others dismiss it as a generic 'bubblegum sweet' or 'shaving cream' scent, best avoided. Blind buy at your own risk.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fusion d'Issey EDT
Mercedes-Benz Ultimate EDP

Notes

Only in Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Lavender 59% Cedar 41%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 29% vs 18%
Only in Fusion d'Issey
Ambroxan 37% Woody 34%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Sandalwood 30% Amber 29% Cypress 23%

Accords

Fusion d'Issey Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
92%
Woody
100%
43%
Fresh Spicy
74%
68%
Aromatic
62%
Lavender
68%
38%
Fruity
58%
55%
Warm Spicy
46%
Amber
55%
Powdery
54%
Citrus
47%
Green
46%
35%
Sweet
Woody shared
92%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
43%
74%
Aromatic shared
68%
62%
68%
Fruity shared
38%
58%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
46%
55%
54%
47%
46%
35%

Performance

Fusion d'Issey Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fusion d'Issey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Fusion d'Issey's solar coconut and zesty lemon are lively for spring and early summer, while its woody and spicy warmth makes it especially suitable for fall. It can be a bit heavy for the hottest days and not quite cozy enough for deep winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and energetic yet smooth profile make it ideal for casual wear and daytime dates. It is a little too bold and warm for sport, and the coconut-woody combo is a bit playful for strict formal occasions.

Mercedes-Benz Ultimate

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile woody-fresh spicy profile make it suitable for various settings, from office to casual outings. However, some find it a bit too bold for very formal events or high-intensity sports.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fusion d'Issey EDT
Mercedes-Benz Ultimate EDP
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