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Diaghilev Eau de Parfum bottle Diaghilev EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2010 Year 2024
£££££ Price Tier £
Qissa Blue Eau de Parfum bottle Qissa Blue EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Diaghilev EDP
This is a masterpiece that smells like old money - if that money’s been rolled in civet. It’s an opulent, animalic chypre that people either adore for its undeniable quality or recoil from as 'old lady' perfume. Don't go near it if you're expecting modern mass appeal, but truly exceptional if you're ready for its vintage gravitas.
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Our Verdict - Qissa Blue EDP
Qissa Blue is an absolute bargain for a fresh, unique summer scent, though its performance can be a bit hit or miss. This citrus-heavy, green delight is largely a crowd-pleaser, delivering fantastic originality for the price.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Diaghilev EDP
Qissa Blue EDP

Notes

Accords

Diaghilev Qissa Blue
100%
Woody
62%
Citrus
100%
96%
Musky
86%
Animalic
80%
Powdery
79%
Amber
69%
Mossy
67%
Earthy
57%
Fresh Spicy
61%
60%
Leather
Fresh
51%
Aromatic
47%
Herbal
44%
100%
Citrus shared
62%
100%
96%
86%
80%
79%
69%
67%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
61%
60%
51%
47%
44%

Performance

Diaghilev Qissa Blue
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Diaghilev

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its beastly performance and room-filling sillage make it unsuitable for an office or casual setting. This scent is built for special occasions, lending an air of regal confidence to formal events and date nights where you want to make an unforgettable statement.

Qissa Blue

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often light projection makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially in warm weather. While some find it leans masculine and elegant enough for dates, its general 'freshie' character means it's less suited for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Diaghilev EDP
Qissa Blue EDP
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