L'Absolu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Midnight Fleur
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Which Should You Buy?
L'Absolu is a divisive femme fatale floral, a dark and seductive spin on the classic Narciso musk. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with many mourning its discontinuation while others find it too challenging.
This one's a properly divisive beast - for some, it's an intoxicating, sexy mystery, a "grown-up" gourmand for a confident woman. For others, it's a cloying, sickly sweet scrubber. Sadly, it's discontinued, but those who love it are still mourning and hunting down bottles.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 32% | 43% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 24% | 21% |
| Warm | 6% | 2% |
| Woody | 16% | 18% |
| Earthy | 14% | 19% |
| Animalic | 33% | 20% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold and intense floral-musk profile, often described as 'sexy' or 'seductive,' makes it too overwhelming for polite office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it deeply comforting, its strong sillage and 'vampy' nature lean away from everyday casual use.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, sweet-woody character make it a poor fit for the office, where it could easily overwhelm. However, its sexy, sultry vibe and impressive longevity are perfect for date nights and formal evening events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Patchouli accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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