8th Avenue
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2005 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pur Desir de Mimosa
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Which Should You Buy?
A budget-friendly tribute to Guerlain Champs-Elysees, 8th Avenue serves up the same powdery mimosa and almond-blossom register at a fraction of the price. Sunny, soft, and unmistakably feminine - daytime floral wear for the wearer who knows the original by heart.
This mimosa soliflore is a universally adored spring day in a bottle, despite its modest performance. It's a sunshine scent, pure and simple, though a few found it too green or even off-putting. If you're after a warm, fuzzy floral, this is your jam.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 3% |
| Floral | 37% | 38% |
| Fruity | 15% | 20% |
| Green | 16% | 32% |
| Sweet | 27% | 18% |
| Warm | 5% | 0% |
| Woody | 9% | 3% |
| Earthy | 2% | 2% |
| Animalic | 6% | 1% |
| Fresh | 17% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Powdery mimosa and almond blossom anchor it firmly in spring, with mild summer crossover on warmer days. The lack of resinous warmth or heavy gourmand sweetness keeps it off the winter shelf.
Occasions
Intimate sillage and a soft, ladylike floral register fit casual wear and office days well; daytime dates work in spring weather. Lacks the projection and gravitas for formal evenings or sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its mild sillage and fresh, clean mimosa accord make it extremely suitable for office wear, avoiding any potential offence. The sunny, warm character lends itself perfectly to casual daytime wear and even light activities, though it lacks the clout for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Yellow Floral, Floral, Powdery accords and Mimosa notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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