Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum vs Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

Fille en Aiguilles

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2006
££££	Price Tier	££

Fou d'Absinthe

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum

This is a masterpiece that smells like a mystical pine forest, but its performance issues, particularly with newer formulations, are a real letdown. You'll either adore its unique, evocative scent or find it too challenging.

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Our Verdict - Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

This one is a divisive but intriguing beast - a boozy, herbal forest floor that some will adore and others will dismiss as glorified aftershave. If you like a challenge and don't mind reapplying, Fou d'Absinthe is a uniquely charming, albeit fleeting, experience.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	1%
Floral	0%	1%
Fruity	8%	6%
Green	21%	27%
Sweet	10%	9%
Warm	28%	34%
Woody	29%	22%
Earthy	14%	17%
Animalic	1%	0%
Fresh	21%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fille en Aiguilles EdP

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Notes

Only in Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

Wormwood 46% Angelica 31% Blackcurrant 24%

Only in Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum

Pine 15% Incense 15% Fir Resin 14% Dried Fruits 13% Spicy 12% Bay Leaf 8% Vetiver 8% Green 8% Solar Note 7%

Only in Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

Star Anise 22% Nutmeg 18% Clove 17% Ginger 15% Pepper 15% Patchouli 14%

Only in Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

Pine 37% Fir Resin 34% Incense 29%

Accords

Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

92%

58%

Fresh Spicy

100%

78%

Aromatic

88%

56%

Warm Spicy

63%

61%

Conifer

60%

57%

Amber

60%

57%

Balsamic

55%

Anis

55%

54%

Smoky

Soft Spicy

54%

50%

Fruity

50%

Green

Fresh

50%

Woody shared

100%

92%

Fresh Spicy shared

58%

100%

Aromatic shared

78%

88%

Warm Spicy shared

56%

63%

Conifer shared

61%

60%

Amber shared

57%

60%

Balsamic shared

57%

55%

Anis

55%

Smoky

54%

Soft Spicy

54%

Fruity

50%

Green

50%

Fresh

50%

Performance

Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum Fou d'Absinthe Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fille en Aiguilles Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its unique, resinous aroma is too distinctive and potentially distracting for the office, but its sophisticated and warm character makes it suitable for intimate dates and some formal events. It evokes a relaxed, almost meditative mood, making it a good choice for casual wear, especially in cooler weather.

Fou d'Absinthe 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 Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and herbal-woody character make it suitable for casual wear or an intimate date, though its distinctive profile might not suit all formal settings. The common complaint of poor longevity means frequent reapplication, which isn't ideal for office or sport.