Shanghai Lily EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 2013 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Tom Ford Shanghai Lily is a deeply polarising scent. While many hail it as a devastatingly beautiful masterpiece, others find it too bitter and overwhelming, smelling of dentist's offices or burnt incense. This isn't a safe blind buy, but for those who love bold, oriental florals, it's an enchanting and unforgettable experience.
This budget-friendly scent punches above its weight, delivering a warm, spicy, and smoky vibe that draws comparisons to much pricier niche fragrances. It's an underrated gem, though some find the opening a bit rubbery, and performance is firmly in the 'intimate' category. Perfect for those who appreciate scent over beast-mode projection.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This is a strong, projecting fragrance that's best suited for occasions where it can truly shine and intrigue, such as dates or formal events, especially in cooler weather. Its intensity makes it largely unsuitable for office wear or casual daytime activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its low projection means it's generally safe for office wear, but the warm, spicy profile shines best on dates or casual evenings. It's warm and inviting, making it unsuitable for sport, and leans more casual than formal due to its relaxed, intimate nature.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean warm spicy, amber, woody
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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