Explorer Eau de Parfum vs Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Explorer

Edp	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2019	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Explorer Eau de Parfum

Explorer fuses crisp citrus and aromatic woods in a versatile, clean signature that projects confidence without shouting. Effortlessly wearable, it is a modern masculine staple perfect for everyday use.

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Our Verdict - Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

This one is a divisive gem. You'll either get an "inky masterpiece" or a "dental office scrub" - there's very little middle ground for this unique take on the Encre Noire DNA. Prepare for strong opinions.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	7%
Floral	6%	4%
Fruity	2%	2%
Green	11%	21%
Sweet	6%	5%
Warm	16%	21%
Woody	26%	24%
Earthy	22%	21%
Animalic	15%	9%
Fresh	16%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Explorer EdP

Encre Indigo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 35% vs 27%

Pink Pepper 33% vs 30%

Only in Explorer Eau de Parfum

Clary Sage 30%

Only in Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Juniper 42%

Only in Explorer Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 51% Leather 49%

Only in Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Tea 42% Saffron 35% Bay Leaf 23%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 24% vs 26%

Only in Explorer Eau de Parfum

Ambroxan 28% Akigalawood 27% Cacao Pod 21%

Only in Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 49% Ambergris 25%

Accords

Explorer Eau de Parfum Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

84%

85%

Aromatic

100%

70%

Fresh Spicy

78%

Green

66%

65%

Citrus

47%

Warm Spicy

65%

50%

Earthy

63%

60%

Leather

Patchouli

46%

Metallic

46%

Woody shared

100%

84%

Aromatic shared

85%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

70%

78%

Green

66%

Citrus shared

65%

47%

Warm Spicy

65%

Earthy shared

50%

63%

Leather

60%

Patchouli

46%

Metallic

46%

Performance

Explorer Eau de Parfum Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Explorer Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Explorer shines in spring and fall, where its crisp bergamot, aromatic vetiver, and woody backbone feel lively yet grounded. While fresh enough for summer, the leathery and earthy undertones give it the most character in cooler, transitional weather.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate projection, clean freshness, and balanced woody-spicy character make it ideal for daily wear at the office and smart-casual outings. The understated leather and patchouli give it refinement for dates, but it is less suited to sporty or high-formality events.

Encre Indigo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh yet sophisticated character make it suitable for a range of occasions; it's clean enough for the office but intriguing enough for a date. While some found the performance lacking, others found it to be moderate at an arm's length, suggesting it's versatile but not a beastly projector.