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Tales from Zanzibar Eau de Parfum bottle Tales from Zanzibar EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
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2021 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Mercedes-Benz Select Eau de Toilette bottle Mercedes-Benz Select EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tales from Zanzibar EDP
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
Our Verdict - Mercedes-Benz Select EDT
Mercedes-Benz Select is stuck in a bit of a quandary. It's often seen as an Aventus-esque scent, which for some is a compliment, for others, an insult. Unfortunately, many users report performance so poor it makes the whole thing feel a bit pointless.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tales from Zanzibar EDP
Mercedes-Benz Select EDT

Notes

Only in Mercedes-Benz Select
Apple 60% Mint 40%
Shared Notes
Musk 24% vs 28%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Select
Ambroxan 48% Patchouli 24%

Accords

Tales from Zanzibar Mercedes-Benz Select
100%
Fruity
100%
86%
Citrus
74%
84%
Green
82%
49%
Musky
83%
77%
Sweet
51%
Fresh Spicy
75%
73%
Aromatic
69%
Amber
73%
61%
Tropical
Woody
61%
Patchouli
54%
52%
Fresh
49%
Fruity shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
86%
74%
Green shared
84%
82%
Musky shared
49%
83%
77%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
75%
Aromatic shared
73%
69%
73%
61%
61%
54%
Fresh shared
52%
49%

Performance

Tales from Zanzibar Mercedes-Benz Select
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Mercedes-Benz Select

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its fresh, clean, and broadly appealing scent profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially for a bit of 'grocery shopping Aventus'. However, its reported weak longevity and projection limit its suitability for dates or formal events where more impact is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, citrus, green

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Tales from Zanzibar EDP
Mercedes-Benz Select EDT
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