Soleil Eau de Parfum vs Zadig Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soleil EDP

Match Fragrances' interpretation of Tom Ford's Soleil Blanc (2016) - the Private Blend coconut-tuberose tropical composition that became Tom Ford's defining summer signature, here translated into a cardamom-pistachio opening over ylang and tuberose with a coconut-amber close. Honest dupe-fidelity for warm-weather wear at a fraction of the niche price.

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Our Verdict - Zadig EDP

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a delightful, creamy vanilla dream with a spicy kick, while others are less impressed, calling it unoriginal and battling with a prominent, divisive sesame note. Approach with an open mind, but don't expect groundbreaking magic.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Soleil EDP

Zadig EDP

Notes

Only in Soleil

Cardamom 39% Pistachio 34% Bergamot 27%

Only in Zadig

Sesame 35% Ginger 34% Pepper 31%

Only in Soleil

Ylang-Ylang 40% Tuberose 35% Jasmine 26%

Only in Zadig

Orange Blossom 56% Neroli 44%

Only in Soleil

Coconut 32% Amber 26% Tonka Bean 23% Benzoin 19%

Only in Zadig

Cream 39% Vanilla 37% Sandalwood 24%

Accords

Soleil Zadig

75%

White Floral

100%

95%

Coconut

90%

Tropical

Vanilla

90%

85%

Sweet

58%

Citrus

77%

Fresh Spicy

70%

65%

Amber

Powdery

62%

Woody

58%

Fresh

50%

45%

Warm Spicy

48%

Soapy

47%

White Floral shared

75%

100%

Coconut

95%

Tropical

90%

Vanilla

90%

Sweet shared

85%

58%

Citrus

77%

Fresh Spicy

70%

Amber

65%

Powdery

62%

Woody

58%

Fresh

50%

Warm Spicy shared

45%

48%

Soapy

47%

Performance

Soleil Zadig

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Soleil

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Coconut-tuberose-amber tropical structure is built for summer heat; spring works well, autumn fades, winter reads off-season.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Beachy-tropical fits casual day wear and date in warm weather; office works in summer. Too tropical for formal indoor evenings.

Zadig

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

Its sweet and creamy profile makes it a strong contender for casual wear and dates. While some find the performance good, others report it fades quickly, making it less ideal for formal events where longevity is key. The gourmand elements make it less suitable for sporty activities.