Orange & Bergamot Eau de Parfum bottle Orange & Bergamot
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2019 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Vol d'Hirondelle Eau de Parfum bottle Vol d'Hirondelle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Orange & Bergamot
A surprisingly tenacious and well-rounded citrus that sidesteps common pitfalls, though some find it a bit too mature or reminiscent of home fragrances. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a refined orange and bergamot blend, but prepare for diverse opinions.
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Our Verdict - Vol d'Hirondelle
If you're after a juiced-up version of Hermès' Un Jardin en Méditerranée, this is it. While some might find it a bit safe, it delivers a complex, long-lasting citrus hit that's hard to beat and sure to impress.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27% 25%
Floral 21% 16%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 10% 12%
Sweet 16% 12%
Warm 9% 9%
Woody 15% 20%
Earthy 5% 10%
Animalic 9% 11%
Fresh 16% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Orange & Bergamot EdP
Vol d'Hirondelle EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 19% vs 24%
Shared Notes
Musk 28% vs 40%
Vetiver 26% vs 59%
Only in Orange & Bergamot
Sandalwood 23% Peru Balsam 22%

Accords

Orange & Bergamot Vol d'Hirondelle
100%
Citrus
100%
50%
Aromatic
69%
46%
Woody
61%
51%
Fresh Spicy
52%
Herbal
49%
47%
Green
44%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
50%
69%
Woody shared
46%
61%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
52%
49%
Green shared
47%
44%

Performance

Orange & Bergamot Vol d'Hirondelle
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Orange & Bergamot

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, clean citrus profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and can even work for sport. While its longevity is noted, it's generally not overpowering, allowing for office wear, though its distinctiveness might be a touch much for formal events.

Vol d'Hirondelle

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and long-lasting freshness make it ideal for casual wear and the office, where it won't overwhelm. While perhaps not formal, its sophisticated citrus profile could work for a relaxed date or a brisk sport session.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
95%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
91%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Orange, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Orange & Bergamot
Vol d'Hirondelle
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