Sun
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1989 | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Paper Flower Fan
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Which Should You Buy?
Jil Sander Sun is a total trip back to the 80s, polarising everyone it meets. Some find it a nostalgic, warm hug of a sun cream (the proper European kind, mind), others recoil at what they call an old-fashioned scrubber. Either way, it's never boring.
This one's a bit of an acquired taste, a divisive floral with a quirky, almost vintage feel. It's not for everyone, but if you appreciate something unusual and distinctly clove-heavy, you might just fall for its charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 15% |
| Floral | 31% | 32% |
| Fruity | 8% | 3% |
| Green | 6% | 3% |
| Sweet | 30% | 21% |
| Warm | 10% | 17% |
| Woody | 11% | 10% |
| Earthy | 7% | 2% |
| Animalic | 6% | 8% |
| Fresh | 12% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Its bold projection and strong warmth make it less suitable for formal or office settings, where it might be too much. It shines in casual settings, particularly on holiday or during relaxed evenings, aligning with its "sun cream" and "beach" associations from reviews. While some find it good for dates, its distinct, sometimes polarising character might not be universally adored.
Seasons
Occasions
Its moderate projection and unique, slightly spicy floral profile make it suitable for casual wear or an office where you want to stand out a little without being overwhelming. It's too distinctive and not typically 'fresh' enough for sport, and perhaps a bit too unusual for most formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Warm Spicy, Yellow Floral accords and Ylang-Ylang, Benzoin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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