Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum vs Ume Eau de Parfum

Christian Lacroix Rouge

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2007	Year	2003
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum

This Avon-Lacroix collaboration is a surprisingly bold, peppery floral that punches well above its weight. Despite its bargain price tag, it’s a confident, attention-grabbing scent - though some find its strong personality a bit much.

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Our Verdict - Ume Eau de Parfum

This is a love-it-or-hate-it plum experience, a deeply polarising scent that splits opinions between 'masterpiece' and 'old lady cough drop'. Expect boozy plum and florals underpinned by woods and spice, but be warned: this chameleon changes dramatically on different skin chemistry and temperatures.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	7%	10%
Floral	27%	27%
Fruity	8%	19%
Green	4%	5%
Sweet	16%	18%
Warm	16%	14%
Woody	15%	16%
Earthy	13%	13%
Animalic	9%	1%
Fresh	15%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Top Notes

Pepper 39% Peony 32% Orange 28%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum

Pepper 39% Peony 32% Orange 28%

Shared Notes

Osmanthus 16% vs 7%

Plum 15% vs 10%

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Carnation 19% Lotus 18% Tulip 17% Water Lily 14%

Only in Ume Eau de Parfum

Spicy 7% Mahogany 7% Wisteria 6% Patchouli 6% Camellia 6% Mandarin 6% Peony 6% Oakmoss 6% Jasmine 6% Hinoki Wood 6% Persimmon 5% Peach Blossom 5% Bergamot 5% Pepper 5%

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Patchouli 39% Cashmere Wood 31% Musk 30%

Accords

Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum Ume Eau de Parfum

100%

Floral

100%

47%

Fruity

97%

70%

Warm Spicy

54%

64%

Woody

70%

69%

Fresh Spicy

52%

61%

Patchouli

Sweet

58%

56%

Musky

54%

Fresh

52%

48%

Citrus

52%

Aromatic

46%

45%

Balsamic

Floral shared

100%

Fruity shared

47%

97%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

54%

Woody shared

64%

70%

Fresh Spicy shared

69%

52%

Patchouli

61%

Sweet

58%

Musky

56%

Fresh shared

54%

52%

Citrus shared

48%

52%

Aromatic

46%

Balsamic

45%

Performance

Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum Ume Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Christian Lacroix Rouge Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its strong projection and 'sex bomb' reputation from reviews make it less ideal for a conservative office, but the 'clean' and 'soapy' elements noted by some keep it viable. It's frequently recommended for date nights and evening wear due to its seductive and attention-grabbing nature. While some find it suitable for casual day-to-day, a light hand is needed.

Ume Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate sillage and decent longevity make it versatile for various settings, though it truly shines as a seductive choice for dates and formal events. While some find it too 'heavy' for casual wear, its nuanced depth also suits sophisticated daytime outings.