Enigma Eau de Parfum vs Heures d'Absence Eau de Toilette
Enigma EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2008 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Heures d'Absence EDT
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Which Should You Buy?
Enigma is a genuinely divisive scent - some find it a mysterious, dark powerhouse, others a fleeting disappointment. Skip the blind buy, this one is a truly love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Heures d'Absence is a perfectly pleasant floral musk that’s pretty, clean, and a bit 'meh'. Prepare for accusations of shampoo or hair dye, and a price tag that many agree is not justified for its performance and linearity. You'll either adore its delicate elegance or find it utterly boring.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and dark, sensual character make it unsuitable for daily office wear but perfect for dates and formal evening events. The prominent patchouli and amber give it a rich warmth best suited for colder weather occasions rather than casual daytime activities.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, light floral and musky profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual settings where an inoffensive scent is preferred. The consensus on its weak projection and longevity means it's too subtle for formal events or a standout date night, but could work for sport if you want a fresh lift.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean floral, powdery, sweet
Adds mimosa and pittosporum, drops amber and freesia
Where to buy
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