des Baux Eau de Toilette vs Decision Eau de Parfum

des Baux

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2006	Year	2025
££	Price Tier	££££

Decision

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - des Baux Eau de Toilette

This one's a legendary cheapie, offering niche-level comfort at a high-street price, though its longevity causes a bit of mither. A cold-weather marvel with devoted fans, it's a must-try for anyone after a warm, spicy vanilla with a proper twist.

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Our Verdict - Decision Eau de Parfum

Amouage's Decision is a divisive beast: some hail it as a masterpiece of modern perfumery, a perfectly balanced incense and vanilla dream. Others find it linear, synthetic, and frankly, a bit of a scrubber. Try before you buy, because this one definitely isn't for everyone.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	12%
Floral	5%	4%
Fruity	2%	2%
Green	8%	6%
Sweet	24%	18%
Warm	36%	28%
Woody	19%	23%
Earthy	7%	18%
Animalic	1%	1%
Fresh	15%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

des Baux EdT

Decision EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 38% vs 36%

Pink Pepper 35% vs 28%

Bergamot 25% vs 35%

Shared Notes

Juniper 17% vs 31%

Only in des Baux Eau de Toilette

Cypress 33% Incense 32% Cinnamon 18%

Only in Decision Eau de Parfum

Frankincense 39% Myrrh 30%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 35% vs 39%

Cedar 17% vs 32%

Only in des Baux Eau de Toilette

Tonka Bean 29% Frankincense 18%

Only in Decision Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 28%

Accords

des Baux Eau de Toilette Decision Eau de Parfum

100%

Vanilla

56%

82%

Amber

100%

81%

Aromatic

95%

76%

Warm Spicy

85%

48%

Fresh Spicy

85%

72%

Woody

83%

61%

Smoky

60%

Balsamic

56%

57%

Sweet

48%

Citrus

52%

48%

Soft Spicy

Vanilla shared

100%

56%

Amber shared

82%

100%

Aromatic shared

81%

95%

Warm Spicy shared

76%

85%

Fresh Spicy shared

48%

85%

Woody shared

72%

83%

Smoky

61%

Balsamic shared

60%

56%

Sweet shared

57%

48%

Citrus

52%

Soft Spicy

48%

Performance

des Baux Eau de Toilette Decision Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

des Baux Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its warm, spicy and vanilla-heavy profile makes it perfect for date nights and casual autumn/winter wear. While it has moderate projection, its richness isn't ideal for the office or formal events, and it's certainly not built for sport.

Decision 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

With its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Decision is best suited for situations where it can make a statement without overwhelming. It's too potent for most offices but perfect for dates and evening events; some find it versatile enough for daily casual wear, especially in cooler weather.