In Red Eau de Toilette vs Overdose Eau de Parfum

In Red

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2003	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Overdose

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In Red

B

Overdose

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - In Red Eau de Toilette

This one's a quiet charmer, a fresh and spicy floral that consistently earns compliments. It's an energetic mood-booster, perfect for everyday wear, though some find its spiciness a tad much for warmer climes.

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Our Verdict - Overdose Eau de Parfum

Divisive, to put it mildly. Overdose is a true love-it-or-hate-it fragrance, with its bold, effervescent citrus opening setting the stage for a much-debated, challenging, and often off-putting ambergris drydown. Definitely not a blind buy.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	17%	20%
Floral	21%	19%
Fruity	6%	8%
Green	9%	10%
Sweet	20%	17%
Warm	19%	12%
Woody	11%	13%
Earthy	7%	10%
Animalic	6%	11%
Fresh	17%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

In Red EdT

Overdose EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 27% vs 12%

Mandarin 23% vs 10%

Cardamom 20% vs 11%

Only in In Red Eau de Toilette

Ginger 28%

Only in Overdose Eau de Parfum

Grapefruit 17% Orange 13% Lemon 13% Pepper 12% Saffron 11%

Shared Notes

Lily 16% vs 17%

Jasmine 15% vs 16%

Only in In Red Eau de Toilette

Violet Leaf 15% Pink Pepper 14% Rose 13% Peony 13% Blackcurrant 13%

Only in Overdose Eau de Parfum

Orange Blossom 20% Sage 16% Orris 16% Fig 15%

Shared Notes

Musk 15% vs 13%

Only in In Red Eau de Toilette

Woody 19% Oakmoss 16% Rosewood 13% Amber 13% Vanilla 12% Praline 12%

Only in Overdose Eau de Parfum

Ambergris 20% Vetiver 12% Sandalwood 11% Cedar 11% Patchouli 11% Tonka Bean 10% Plum 10%

Accords

In Red Eau de Toilette Overdose Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

100%

77%

Fresh Spicy

54%

58%

Woody

45%

50%

Aromatic

55%

Amber

52%

White Floral

51%

52%

Fresh

47%

Warm Spicy

51%

Animalic

48%

Citrus shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

77%

54%

Woody shared

58%

45%

Aromatic shared

50%

55%

Amber

52%

White Floral shared

52%

51%

Fresh

52%

Warm Spicy shared

47%

51%

Animalic

48%

Performance

In Red Eau de Toilette Overdose Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

In Red Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and subtly spiced nature makes it highly suitable for casual and office wear, as many reviews highlight its non-offensive character. While it has an elegant touch, it leans more towards daytime and informal settings than formal evening events, with moderate longevity and sillage contributing to its versatility.

Overdose Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Given its strong performance and often overwhelming character, Overdose isn't ideal for office settings where subtlety is key. Its 'challenging' drydown could be problematic for formal events, but it shines in casual and active hot weather scenarios where its bold freshness can cut through the heat.