Zen EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 2007 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Milan Extreme EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Zen is a divisive scent, polarising reviewers between a clean, fresh, and elegant vibe and something generic, sharp, or ‘old-lady-like’. If you're after a budget-friendly Coco Mademoiselle-adjacent experience, it's worth a sniff, but be aware of its poor performance for some.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Si Intense - a floral fragrance led by Freesia, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, with citrus depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often subtle profile, coupled with moderate projection, makes it ideal for office and casual wear. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its limited longevity and lack of overt formality keep it from being a top choice for formal events.
Seasons
The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its floral, citrus signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean citrus, woody, floral
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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