Pleasures
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1995 | Year | 2007 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral powerhouse, Pleasures is either a timeless, clean classic or a screechy, headache-inducing scrubber. Its vibrant green-floral intensity makes it a love-it-or-hate-it scent with serious staying power.
Paul Smith Rose is the ultimate fresh, 'straight from the garden' rose that dodges all the usual 'old lady' criticisms. It's a crowd-pleaser and a definite hidden gem, though be warned: some find its green tea note a bit too sharp or synthetic, and performance is a bit hit or miss.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 3% |
| Floral | 37% | 46% |
| Fruity | 6% | 0% |
| Green | 14% | 10% |
| Sweet | 16% | 16% |
| Warm | 4% | 0% |
| Woody | 17% | 14% |
| Earthy | 9% | 4% |
| Animalic | 8% | 15% |
| Fresh | 17% | 17% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and longevity mean it might be too much for the office if oversprayed, although some find it professional. Its classic, clean floral profile makes it versatile for casual outings and even formal events, while its intensity is ill-suited for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean rose and green accords, plus moderate sillage and longevity mentioned in reviews, make it highly versatile for casual wear and office settings. It's perceived as delicate and inoffensive, suitable for nearly any daytime activity, though it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Green accords and Rose, Violet notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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