Paris
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1983 | Year | 2007 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary powdery rose that evokes Parisian romance and poise - delicate yet grand, timelessly feminine, and utterly refined. For those who love vintage floral elegance, nothing else quite compares.
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 | 3% | 3% |
| Floral | 47% | 46% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 14% | 10% |
| Sweet | 21% | 16% |
| Warm | 4% | 0% |
| Woody | 11% | 14% |
| Earthy | 9% | 4% |
| Animalic | 7% | 15% |
| Fresh | 12% | 17% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Paris shines in spring with its effervescent rose, violet, and green facets, echoing blooming gardens. Its powdery floral heart works beautifully in mild to warm weather, but can feel a bit airy and less cozy for deep winter.
Occasions
Refined yet romantic, Paris is ideal for dates and formal occasions with its classic powdery floral aura. Projection and elegance make it suitable for offices, but its vintage character is less suited for sporty or ultra-casual settings.
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 Floral, Green, Powdery accords and Rose, Violet notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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