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Polo Blue Eau de Toilette bottle Polo Blue EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2002 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Strikeout II Eau de Parfum bottle Strikeout II EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Polo Blue EDT
The definition of modern aquatic masculinity, Polo Blue EDT is effortlessly fresh and uplifting. Never overbearing, it is the go-to for anyone seeking a breezy, clean signature that radiates understated confidence.
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Our Verdict - Strikeout II EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Dolce & Gabbana K Eau De Parfum - a citrus fragrance led by Cardamom, Sicilian Lemon, Lemon, with aromatic depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Polo Blue EDT
Strikeout II EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 27% vs 39%
Shared Notes
Lavender 27% vs 27%
Clary Sage 26% vs 31%
Only in Strikeout II
Geranium 23% Nectar 19%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 32% vs 28%
Only in Strikeout II
Vetiver 38% Cedar 33%

Accords

Polo Blue Strikeout II
100%
Fresh
60%
Citrus
90%
85%
Aquatic
80%
Aromatic
78%
50%
Woody
66%
45%
Fruity
42%
100%
Citrus shared
60%
90%
85%
Aromatic shared
80%
78%
Woody shared
50%
66%
Fruity shared
45%
42%

Performance

Polo Blue Strikeout II
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Polo Blue

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Polo Blue EDT shines in spring and summer thanks to its crisp aquatic freshness and watery-fruity opening, which feel cooling and clean in heat. Its airy character is less suited to winter's demands for warmth and density.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

With moderate projection and a clean, breezy profile, this is a versatile scent for office, casual, and sporty settings. Its subtle sillage makes it safe for work while its sparkling freshness lends confidence to active or social occasions.

Strikeout II

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the citrus, aromatic profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Polo Blue EDT
Strikeout II EDP
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