5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette vs Volupté Eau de Parfum

5:40 PM in Madagascar

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	1992
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette

Kenzo's 5:40 PM in Madagascar is a divisive airy vanilla, blending fresh aquatic and woody nuances with its signature sweetness. You'll either love how unique and comforting it is, or find it a bit too unusual and possibly headache-inducing.

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Our Verdict - Volupté Eau de Parfum

Volupté is a polarising floral bomb from the 90s, often drawing comparisons to Tresor but with its own unique, sometimes sharp, character. Not for the faint-hearted, it's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with a loyal following for its bold, complex charm.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	3%
Floral	34%	41%
Fruity	2%	7%
Green	6%	7%
Sweet	35%	27%
Warm	7%	9%
Woody	14%	10%
Earthy	4%	7%
Animalic	0%	5%
Fresh	23%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

5:40 PM in Madagascar EdT

Volupté EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Lotus 100%

Base Notes

Vanilla 100%

Base Notes

Sandalwood 20% Amber 17% Incense 17% Tuberose 16% Vanilla 16% Patchouli 14%

Only in 5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette

Lotus 100%

Only in Volupté Eau de Parfum

Mimosa 20% Melon 17% Freesia 16% Osmanthus 13% Mandarin 12% Watermelon 11% Cyclamen 11%

Only in 5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette

Cedar 52% Freesia 48%

Only in Volupté Eau de Parfum

Heliotrope 17% Ylang-Ylang 13% Narcissus 13% Carnation 13% Jasmine 12% Lily Of The Valley 11% Peony 10% Lotus 10%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 100% vs 15%

Only in Volupté Eau de Parfum

Sandalwood 20% Amber 17% Incense 17% Tuberose 16% Patchouli 14%

Accords

5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette Volupté Eau de Parfum

100%

Vanilla

51%

89%

Floral

100%

Yellow Floral

74%

57%

Powdery

70%

58%

Woody

52%

White Floral

54%

50%

Aquatic

52%

46%

Ozonic

52%

Fresh

52%

Warm Spicy

50%

Vanilla shared

100%

51%

Floral shared

89%

100%

Yellow Floral

74%

Powdery shared

57%

70%

Woody shared

58%

52%

White Floral

54%

Aquatic shared

50%

52%

Ozonic shared

46%

52%

Fresh

52%

Warm Spicy

50%

Performance

5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette Volupté Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its subtle projection and airy, clean vanilla make it suitable for office and casual wear, noted by reviewers as 'safe' and 'non-offensive'. While some find it great for hot weather, its unique profile might be too understated for formal events and not invigorating enough for sport.

Volupté Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its significant projection and longevity make it less ideal for a formal office setting. However, its complex, rich floral nature and warm drydown lend themselves well to evening dates and formal events, with some finding it suitable for casual wear too.