Mure et Musc Eau de Parfum bottle Mure et Musc
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1978 Year 2021
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Tales from Zanzibar Eau de Parfum bottle Tales from Zanzibar

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mure et Musc
This one sparks debate. Some find it a 'seventies drugstore musk' or too masculine, others adore its innovative clean yet sensual berry and musk profile. It's a trailblazer for its time, but don't expect a powerful performance.
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Our Verdict - Tales from Zanzibar
This is a seriously hyped tropical powerhouse, delivering a unique guava-forward scent that smells perfect for summer. Most reviews rave about its delicious, juicy fruitiness, but watch out: a vocal minority pick up an unfortunate 'B.O.' or 'sweaty' note on their skin. Sample first, just in case.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18% 14%
Floral 4% 3%
Fruity 30% 24%
Green 13% 17%
Sweet 20% 21%
Warm 3% 5%
Woody 4% 2%
Earthy 12% 7%
Animalic 15% 12%
Fresh 19% 26%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mure et Musc EdP
Tales from Zanzibar EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 22% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Musk 60% vs 24%
Oakmoss 39% vs 22%
Only in Tales from Zanzibar
Candied Fruits 30% Ambergris 23%

Accords

Mure et Musc Tales from Zanzibar
100%
Fruity
100%
58%
Citrus
86%
84%
Musky
49%
45%
Green
84%
68%
Sweet
77%
51%
Aromatic
73%
Tropical
61%
56%
Fresh Spicy
51%
55%
Powdery
46%
Fresh
52%
50%
Mossy
Fruity shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
58%
86%
Musky shared
84%
49%
Green shared
45%
84%
Sweet shared
68%
77%
Aromatic shared
51%
73%
61%
Fresh Spicy shared
56%
51%
55%
Fresh shared
46%
52%
50%

Performance

Mure et Musc Tales from Zanzibar
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mure et Musc

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, fresh profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it's unlikely to offend. While not a loud date scent, its subtle sensuality works for close encounters. The light, refreshing character makes it suitable for sport, but its elegance dials back its suitability for formal events.

Tales from Zanzibar

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its bold projection and strong fruity accords make it a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its refreshing and playful nature aligns perfectly with casual outings, summer dates, and active wear, where its good performance can shine without being overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
85%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Fruity, Musky, Sweet accords and Oakmoss, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mure et Musc
Tales from Zanzibar
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