Blockade Eau de Parfum vs Safar Silver Eau de Parfum
Blockade EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2022 | Year | 2024 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Safar Silver EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Blockade promises a zingy mango twist on the ubiquitous Aventus DNA, and it mostly delivers, at least for the first hour. It's a crowd-pleaser, but prepare for serious sticker shock and divisive opinions on its staying power.
Safar Silver is a surprisingly sophisticated freshie that delivers serious bang for your buck. A crowd-pleasing, modern take on classic masculine freshness.
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, fruity, and aromatic profile, coupled with a moderate sillage, makes it suitable for casual and date settings, with many reviewers calling it a 'compliment getter'. The occasional mention of an 'Aventus-like' character means it can work in an office, but its tropical leanings might be too much for strictly formal events.
Seasons
Built on aromatic, citrus and fresh spicy - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.
Occasions
Its fresh, aromatic profile with underlying leather makes it versatile for most casual and office settings, offering a clean, professional scent without being overpowering. While suitable for dates, its classic fresh appeal might be a tad too casual for truly formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fresh spicy, aromatic, citrus
Adds basil and cedar, drops bergamot and cyclamen
Where to buy
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