Body
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
French Defense
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Burberry Body is a divisive one, blending a classic powdery rose with an unexpected wormwood edge. Some find it elegant and comforting, a clean skin-scent, while others are met with a medicinal funk or generic 'old lady' vibe. Not a safe blind buy, but a treasure if it works with your chemistry.
This one is a divisive, boozy cherry. Some reckon it's a masterpiece of refined fruit, others smell glorified air freshener or cough syrup. Don't blind buy; you'll either love it or furiously scrub it off.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 26% | 30% |
| Fruity | 11% | 13% |
| Green | 10% | 14% |
| Sweet | 28% | 22% |
| Warm | 9% | 8% |
| Woody | 17% | 18% |
| Earthy | 6% | 5% |
| Animalic | 11% | 3% |
| Fresh | 9% | 14% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and powdery, clean character make it acceptable for office wear, though some find it too strong. It's often described as 'intimate' or 'after sex', lending itself well to dates and casual wear. Not ideal for formal events due to its soft nature, or sport due to its warmth and potential for becoming cloying.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and rich cherry-amber profile, French Defense is best kept for nights out, special occasions, and date nights. Its potent nature isn't suited for an office environment, but it can work casually in cooler weather if applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Rose, Woody accords and Rose, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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