Purple Label
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2003 | Year | 2003 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Violet Tag For Men
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive one, always compared to Bleecker Street and Aventus, but can't quite stand on its own for many. Some reckon it's a classy, unique gem, while others are left underwhelmed by its fleeting performance and generic vibe. Try before you buy, mate.
A wallet-friendly clone of Ralph Lauren Purple Label. The dry, classy green-woody character lands well, and since the original is famous for poor longevity, this budget version actually closes much of the usual gap.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 9% |
| Floral | 2% | 7% |
| Fruity | 13% | 11% |
| Green | 29% | 22% |
| Sweet | 9% | 11% |
| Warm | 15% | 15% |
| Woody | 14% | 13% |
| Earthy | 15% | 15% |
| Animalic | 6% | 7% |
| Fresh | 17% | 14% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its blend of classic woody and aromatic accords, coupled with a generally perceived subdued performance, makes it perfect for formal events and dates where subtlety is key. It's too refined and not fresh enough for casual or sport, and its elegance might be lost in too relaxed an office setting unless oversprayed.
Seasons
The dry green-woody character suits transitional autumn and spring best, with enough oakmoss warmth to carry into milder winter days.
Occasions
Refined and understated, it works cleanly for the office or formal wear and has the polish for an evening date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fruity accords and Coriander, Thyme notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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