Retrospect Parfum vs Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Retrospect

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

Panda Edition

ScentArt

A

Retrospect

B

Panda Edition

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Retrospect Parfum

This one's proper divisive, love it or hate it. Some reckon it's a classy, modern "your skin but better" scent with a juicy pear opening, while others detect pickles, rancid musk, or a dusty old makeup bag. Definitely one to try before you buy, it smells totally different depending on your skin chemistry.

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Our Verdict - Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive trip to the orchard. Some find Panda a refreshingly green, earthy apple delight, while others are taken aback by an overpowering, synthetic, or even off-putting animalic earthiness. Definitely try before you buy, it's strong stuff.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	4%
Floral	27%	18%
Fruity	8%	7%
Green	10%	11%
Sweet	23%	20%
Warm	4%	6%
Woody	5%	12%
Earthy	12%	15%
Animalic	16%	17%
Fresh	18%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Retrospect Parfum

Panda Edition EdP

Notes

Only in Retrospect Parfum

Pear 32% Ambrette 26% Aldehydes 24% Bergamot 18%

Only in Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Apple 20% Tea 16% Ozonic Notes 14% Osmanthus 13% Magnolia 12% Mandarin 12% Lily 12%

Shared Notes

Orris 26% vs 13%

Jasmine 21% vs 14%

Only in Retrospect Parfum

Violet 19% Rose 18% Rosemary 15%

Only in Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Earthy 26% Patchouli 17% Bamboo 15% Amber 14%

Shared Notes

Musk 39% vs 30%

Vanilla 29% vs 20%

Only in Retrospect Parfum

Oakmoss 31%

Only in Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Civet 28% Sandalwood 21%

Accords

Retrospect Parfum Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

100%

Musky

85%

61%

Earthy

100%

96%

Powdery

68%

72%

Fruity

83%

76%

Floral

58%

74%

Iris

72%

Fresh

66%

Green

70%

65%

Sweet

Woody

61%

60%

Aldehydic

Animalic

60%

Ozonic

60%

57%

White Floral

Musky shared

100%

85%

Earthy shared

61%

100%

Powdery shared

96%

68%

Fruity shared

72%

83%

Floral shared

76%

58%

Iris

74%

Fresh shared

72%

66%

Green

70%

Sweet

65%

Woody

61%

Aldehydic

60%

Animalic

60%

Ozonic

60%

White Floral

57%

Performance

Retrospect Parfum Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Retrospect Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date Formal

Despite its 'Parfum' concentration, many users report it as a skin scent, making it suitable for office and casual wear. Its unique and sometimes polarising character means it might not suit every formal occasion, though some find it elegant enough. The fresh and clean aspects lend themselves well to casual and even light sport use.

Panda Edition Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its potent projection and distinct earthy-animalic facets, despite the fresh top notes, make it a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its unique character and impressive longevity lend themselves well to casual outings or a daring date night where you want to make an impression.