Polo Blue Eau de Parfum vs Icon Eau de Parfum

Polo Blue

Edp	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2016	Year	2015
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Polo Blue Eau de Parfum

Effortlessly fresh yet sophisticated, Polo Blue Eau de Parfum updates the aquatic genre with aromatic herbs, salty marine notes, and a smooth suede finish. Timeless, versatile, and quietly masculine, it is a staple for any modern man.

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Our Verdict - Icon Eau de Parfum

Dunhill Icon is divisive: a bold, peppery neroli bomb some hail as a unique, sophisticated masterpiece with a 'grape soda' twist, others dismiss as cheap, synthetic, or just 'okay'. A true talker, but with variable performance.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	15%	16%
Floral	7%	14%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	19%	20%
Sweet	4%	4%
Warm	11%	17%
Woody	18%	17%
Earthy	17%	17%
Animalic	7%	5%
Fresh	27%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Polo Blue EdP

Icon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 35% vs 25%

Only in Polo Blue Eau de Parfum

Sea Water 36% Cardamom 28%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Neroli 32% Pepper 24% Petitgrain 18%

Only in Polo Blue Eau de Parfum

Basil 27% Lemon Verbena 26% Clary Sage 25% Orris 22%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Lavender 28% Cardamom 27% Juniper 24% Sage 21%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 24% vs 31%

Only in Polo Blue Eau de Parfum

Suede 28% Woody 25% Patchouli 23%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 24% Iris 23% Leather 22%

Accords

Polo Blue Eau de Parfum Icon Eau de Parfum

95%

Aromatic

100%

60%

Fresh Spicy

92%

90%

Marine

65%

Citrus

80%

70%

Woody

60%

Warm Spicy

56%

Earthy

52%

White Floral

51%

50%

Leather

40%

Green

50%

Lavender

49%

Aromatic shared

95%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

60%

92%

Marine

90%

Citrus shared

65%

80%

Woody shared

70%

60%

Warm Spicy

56%

Earthy

52%

White Floral

51%

Leather

50%

Green shared

40%

50%

Lavender

49%

Performance

Polo Blue Eau de Parfum Icon Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Polo Blue Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Its aromatic-marine freshness and touch of green and citrus make it ideal for spring and early fall, while the suede, vetiver, and patchouli add just enough warmth for cool summer nights. Lighter winter use is possible, but it lacks the full depth for coldest months.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Balanced projection and refined freshness make it versatile for office and casual wear, and its clean, modern vibe works for dates. It is less suited for formal occasions due to its relaxed, outdoorsy character and not ideal for intense sport settings.

Icon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh, clean, and aromatic profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, often described as 'professional' and 'classy'. The variable performance means it can work, but for formal events, its longevity might be a gamble.